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They enthralled sailors. They inspired Darwin. Then, by the mid 19th-century, the iconic Floreana tortoise was gone. Here’s ...

Learn about the world’s most endangered animals, including the threats they face and the conservation efforts to protect them.

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The spider monkey’s tail is prehensile, which means “capable of grasping.” It is generally longer than the animal’s body and ...

Researchers analyzed nearly 200 whale-dolphin interactions, and conclude: They sure do seem friendly. As the humpback whales ...

Find out why the world’s largest otter has become endangered. Learn how their webbed feet, fur, and ears are perfectly ...

This phenomenon is when a pack of rats become entangled by their tails, unable to separate themselves. We asked experts to ...

Moving at a speed of around two miles per hour, basking sharks can filter around 2,000 tons of seawater an hour. Unlike the ...

Learn why walking across the desert is “no sweat” for an Arabian camel. See how these iconic creatures survive in their hot, ...

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