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How the Brown Tree Snake Wreaked Havoc on Guam's Birds

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Let’s talk about one slithery critter that's made quite a name for itself: the brown tree snake. These sneaky reptiles may look like your average snake, but they've caused a big stir in some unexpected places.

The Assassin Bug Liquefies Its Victims' Organs Before Feasting

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Assassin bugs (also known as ambush bugs or thread-legged bugs) are one of nature's stealthiest hunters, known for their precision strikes and ability to subdue prey with incredible efficiency.

The Rusty-spotted Cat Is a Teeny-tiny Wild Cat

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This wild cat is known as the 'hummingbird of the cat family' and could almost fit in the palm of your hand, but its diminutive size belies a ferocious personality.

Göbekli Tepe: The Temple That Hints at What Humans Were Up to 11,000 Years Ago

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Göbekli Tepe is thought to be a possible archaeological bridge between nomadic hunter-gatherer societies and stable, settled agricultural communities that built temples and produced art.

Caracal: A Jumper Extraordinaire With Satellite Dish Ears

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Caracals have really cool ears and can also jump 10 feet in the air from a seated position.

Earth's 20 Quadrillion Ants Outweigh All Wild Birds and Mammals, Combined

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Estimating ant numbers and mass provides an important baseline from which to monitor ant populations amid worrying environmental changes.

15 Animals That Start With 'S': From Sea Lions to Scarlet Macaws

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The animal kingdom is full of incredible creatures, and today we’re focusing on animals that start with "S." Some of them thrive in the wild today, while others once roamed the Earth but are now gone forever.

Leopard: An Agile Climber With Built-in Camouflage

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Leopards, scientifically known as Panthera pardus, are some of the most adaptable big cats in the world. These sleek and powerful animals live in various habitats, from the savannas of Africa to the mountains of Central Asia.

Tiger: A Lone Hunter and Apex Predator

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Tigers, scientifically known as Panthera tigris, have striking orange coats, black stripes and piercing eyes. Like other big cats, tigers are at risk. Tiger populations occupy about 5 percent of their historical range, making conservation necessary.

9 Brown Snake Species Hiding in a Leaf Pile Near You

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Brown snakes are some of the most common and diverse reptiles in the world. They come in a variety of sizes and levels of venomous potency, making them a group of wild snakes that's both interesting and important to study.

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