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Earth's Black Box Warns of Planet's End Due to Climate Change

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A new project aims to document the possible demise of Planet Earth due to climate change. It's called Earth's Black Box and the creators hope this will be a warning to all Earth-dwellers to take global warming seriously.

3 Types of Trees You'll Find All Over the Planet

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Trees are one of nature’s most incredible designs, providing oxygen, shelter and even maple syrup! From towering evergreens to small flowering plants, the diversity of trees is truly mind-blowing.

7 Types of Animals That Make Our Planet Cool to Live On

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The animal kingdom is home to millions of species that crawl, swim, fly, and gallop across Earth. From deep-sea dwellers to backyard birds, different types of animals help us understand evolution, ecosystems, and our place among other living things.

Alaska's Kodiak Bear Is One of the Planet's Biggest

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Kodiak bears are some of the largest bears in the world and live only in the islands of the Kodiak Archipelago in Alaska.

Why Artificial Sweeteners Are Bad for You and the Planet

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If you ingest these sweeteners without a second thought, it might be time to think again. Learn about why artificial sweeteners are unhealthy.

How Mangrove Forests Are Great for the Planet

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Mangroves provide a habitat for wildlife such as fish, birds, deer and insects. They also stabilize shorelines, protect against storm surges and improve water quality. What's not to love?

6 of the Weirdest Animals on the Planet

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What makes an animal "weird"? Maybe it looks different from other animals in its family, or has an uncanny resemblance to another creature in the animal kingdom they are not closely related to.

Once Thought Extinct, the Tasmanian Tiger May Still Be Prowling the Planet

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On Sept. 7, 1936, the last known Tasmanian tiger died in captivity in Tasmania, Australia. But there are those who believe these animals still live.

Swai vs. Catfish: One Is Much Better for You (and for the Planet)

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If you've ever ordered fried fish at a restaurant and wondered what exactly you're eating, you're not alone. The debate of swai vs. catfish often comes down to species, origin, flavor, and nutrition.

Jupiter: Anatomy of a Gas Giant

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. Big as this gas giant is though, next to the sun, it's still small.

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