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It's pretty disturbing to think of how little we know about what goes on deep on the ocean floor. Under those crushing tonnes of water, way down in the dark and the cold, the horrific pressure makes scientific observation almost impossible. So when we do get a look at the…
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Dogs might not always be great problem-solvers, but there's no doubt that they're one of the most emotionally intelligent animals on the planet. Indeed, since time immemorial, humans have bred canines to be the perfect companions: to be empathetic, nurturing creatures who can comfort us in our darkest moments, and…
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A disgusting video of people in Indonesia riding on the back of a leatherback sea turtle has surfaced online. It is believed that the clip - which shows people of a range of ages sitting on top of the unsuspecting and defenseless creature - was filmed on Friday, July 5,…
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A natural disaster or catastrophe can often have serious ramifications on the local ecosystem. Already-vulnerable species can be devastated by flooding, hurricanes, or volcanic eruption. Over the weekend, the state of California and other parts of the west coast were struck by a 7.1 magnitude earthquake, which wrecked the environment…
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In a Kardashian-inspired world, it seems like almost every girl out there is looking for some junk in the trunk. But what if we told you that a starfish has a better butt than you ever will? It's never done a squat in its life, but one sea star has…
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A world-renowned circus animal tamer has been mauled to death by four of his own tigers. Ettore Weber was killed about 7:30 pm last night at the Circo Orfei, Italy's best-known circus, while rehearsing for his upcoming show. The 61-year-old was reportedly practicing when one of his tigers knocked him…
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There are plenty of fish in the sea, as the saying goes - but everyone's got their eye on the biggest one! John Harvey sure did when he caught the 'world's biggest carp' in Thailand recently. The 42-year-old from Devon, England, spent a staggering 80 minutes reeling in a Siamese…
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It's easy for us humans to hit the pool or walk around with a portable fan that also squirts a refreshing water mist at you on warm days. But what about our furry friends who lack these means to relieve themselves from the heat when they please? Can you imagine…
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A desperate search is underway for a therapy dog who fled in terror as fireworks went off as part of the fourth of July celebrations in Yonkers. Rocky, a five-year-old golden retriever, had been helping his owner, Paulina Santos, come to terms with the trauma she had experienced as a…
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When a racing driver is speeding along the track, aiming for the win, a rogue bird hitting them in the face is likely the least of their worries - or so you'd think... Teenage racer Tommy Foster got a shock when he was nearly knocked out by a pheasant during…
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We all remember the late great Steve Irwin. He was adored worldwide for his passion for wildlife and nature, hanging out with some of the rarest and most deadly creatures the world has ever seen. The daring conservationist was in his element whilst in the company of such creatures, despite…
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We still know so little about the wonderful worlds at the bottom of the oceans - but every once in a while, we get a magical glimpse. That's exactly what happened last weekend when a submarine team of researchers filmed a rarely-spotted prehistoric species of shark at the weekend. The…
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Inmates at a Florida jail will spend their Independence Day cuddling scared shelter dogs during the traditional Fourth of July fireworks. In a Facebook post, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey explained that in response to plenty of calls from concerned citizens about animals in shelters during the fireworks displays, the…
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A man has shared pictures of a home covered in blood in an attempt to warn pet owners about the dangers of fireworks over Independence Day. Lee Phillips, who says he is an animal control officer, posted the images from a house he had to visit after a dog had…
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A concerned cat owner has taken to social media to warn other people about the danger Himalayan salt lamps pose to felines after her own pet nearly died as a result of poisoning brought about by the cat licking the lamp. In a post made on the official Facebook page…
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While plenty of Americans around the world will be lining the streets for parades, barbecues, and general merriment, there are some Americans who are skipping the Independence day fireworks to take care of those who don't quite understand what's going on. While the fireworks and festivities are all fun and…
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Very few people actually like spiders. Even if you're not an arachnophobe, you probably don't have an active affinity for the creatures. Those who do, and keep them as pets, are often branded as strange. But you might find out why these spider-lovers are the way they are after taking…
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There are few things more terrifying than the prospect of being attacked by a vicious and bloodthirsty wild animal. But fortunately, the vast majority of us will never have to find out what that's like - because most of us know not to venture anywhere within close proximity to free-roaming…
