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You don’t have to swing from treetops to get a close-up look at these curious creatures
After years of steady gains, a decades-long conservation program dedicated to the Kemp's ridley hits rough seas
A new book highlights the beautiful work of Jay Matternes, an accomplished artist who drew everything from mammoths to early humans
A bug, a dinosaur and a tree intersect, creating the perfect conditions for resin to capture a moment in time
The creature is being trafficked across Africa and Asia to fuel a steady demand for their scales, an ingredient in unproven remedies
Olney, Illinois, has taken steps to protect an iconic mammal from domesticated felines, setting a possible model for other places to follow
The cuddly, colorful parrots have become a symbol of Valentine’s Day. Here’s what to know about the famously affectionate birds
The thriving bird colonies likely grew over several decades because local shepherds had temporarily eliminated pumas
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In 2021, researchers identified a new whale species and are now scrambling to save their natural habitat
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These snapshots of the majestic bird in flight and in trees will leave your soul soaring
While scientists were able to save and move some creatures in the aftermath, researchers are worried about the prospects for other species
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These images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest show just why penguins have waddled into our hearts
These fascinating serpents embody acclaimed qualities including cunning and intelligence
Researchers hope the designation of several species of land snails, or kāhuli, will lead to conservation
You won’t regret experiencing bioluminescence, swimming with sperm whales or witnessing the rush of a horizontal waterfall
Roughly 201 million years ago, drastic changes extinguished many forms of life and led to conditions that allowed the terrible lizards to thrive
A team trekked for two weeks and collected the sounds of birds, frogs, a jaguar and whales in order to make the song
On Tetiaroa, a vibrant coral atoll dotted with sandy islets, archaeologists, marine biologists and cultural practitioners are working together to improve understanding of a unique ecosystem
The cute creatures are chatty, family oriented—and facing a shrinking habitat in the remote forests of Ecuador
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