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Meet the world's smallest bird.

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A group of tigers is known as an ‘ambush’ or ‘streak’. 

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Precious. 

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There is not a single scientific explanation about why dolphins jump in the air ... to save energy? ... to locate some other pod? ... to find food? We like to think it's for FUN!

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We often wonder how many other smaller, less conspicuous, non-stinky species we might be missing out on.

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One of the fishing cat's remarkable features is the layered structure of its fur, a crucial adaptation to life in the water. Next to the skin lies a layer of short hair so dense that water cannot penetrate it. Like snug-fitting thermal underwear, this coat helps keep the animal warm and dry even during chilly fishing expeditions.

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​Too cute.

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Jim Fowler was a true wildlife icon, and he will be missed. Here are some memories to honor Jim on his birthday.

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RT when you see it … if you see it.

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Watch tadpoles perform the "double bubble suck."

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Very few scientists have had the opportunity to observe and photograph the Andean Mountain cat. The principal threat to this beautiful little cat is lack of knowledge. 

Photo: E. Delgado D. Berna ML. Villalba 

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This grey crowned crane chick has us longing for the green grass of summer! 

Photo: National Aviary

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Caption time! Let's hear your best.

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If you look past the freaky headgear, the Brazilian treehopper is a fairly normal bug.

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Marlin Perkins was born on this day in 1905. Thanks for inspiring a love for animals and nature for so many of us. 

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Hello to you too! 

Photo: Graeme Hull

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Someday, I'll grow into my spots.