Chinese Researchers Find Virus That Causes Infected Victims to Grow Wings

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Remember the post I did about the Cordyceps, also known as the parasitic fungus that takes over insects through mind control and turns them into living ‘zombies.’ It usually grows in tropical forests and spreads by releasing spores that latch onto insects and enter their bodies. If you missed that post, don’t worry; you can […]

Meet Gem, The Cocker Spaniel Symbolizing the UK’s Pet Cloning

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Cloning animals has been done for years and isn’t a new concept. Many people didn’t think it was possible until Dolly the sheep was successfully cloned on July 5, 1996. She was the first mammal cloned from a cell taken from an adult ewe.  Dolly was the only successful clone out of 277 somatic cell […]

Here’s How Lost Dogs Find Their Way Home

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This would probably be one of the scariest things that can happen to any pet owner: your beloved dog goes missing and doesn’t return for days.  It might be that the dog got scared by its surroundings and took off, the owner accidentally left the door or gate open, or it got away during walks […]

35,000-Year-Old Mummified Baby Saber-Toothed Cat Found with Fur Intact

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Did you know researchers recently discovered a 35,000-year-old mummy of a saber-toothed cat in Russia?  The remains of a baby saber-toothed cat were found in the Sakha Republic, also known as Yakuti. It’s one of the coldest places on the planet.  According to the researchers, the cub was only about three weeks old when it […]

Two Inseparable Shelter Dogs Were Adopted Together

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It’s heartbreaking to think about how many pets end up in shelters just because of a bad situation. Some were left behind by owners who didn’t take responsibility, while others lost their homes when their owners sadly passed away. Some were adopted but were returned after not liking their personalities. These situations can be really […]

Rare Fossil Preserved in Fool’s Gold Reveals Newly Discovered 450 Million-Year-Old Species + Oldest Tadpole

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For decades, archaeologists and paleontologists have been searching for ancient fossils buried in the ground to uncover clues about what life was like a million years ago.  And let me tell you that recently, an extraordinary ancient fossil that looks like a piece of jewelry was discovered in New York. Amazing, right? In a published […]

Scientists Were Able to Communicate with a Humpback Whale for 20 Minutes

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In my previous post, I shared how scientists have been working on decoding whale languages. They also discovered that sperm whales, the largest-toothed whales, talk a lot. You can check out if you missed that post here on KidzNet. Now, here’s another exciting update. Did you know scientists believe they finally established communication with a […]

How Did Cockroaches Survive the Asteroid that Killed the Dinosaurs?

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About 66 million years ago, a massive asteroid called the Chicxulub hit the Earth, which was once dominated by dinosaurs. The asteroid was about 10 kilometers (6 miles) in diameter, with an impact that caused giant waves, raging wildfires, volcanic eruptions, and a long period of darkness because dust and debris blocked the sun.  Because […]

Discover the Unique World of Wombats

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Have you ever heard about wombats? They are some of the most interesting animals you’ll find in Australia – not to mention they are among the largest burrowing mammals in the world.  Many people adore them because they look a bit like a tiny bear, which makes you want to watch videos of them all […]

Meet the Adorable Moo Deng: Difference Between Pygmy Hippo and Common Hippos

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Have you heard of Moo Deng? She’s a baby hippo who quickly became famous online for her adorable and funny reactions. You might’ve even scrolled past her memes without realizing it – it certainly happened to me! Her playful behavior, such as gently biting a zookeeper and mimicking her mom by pretending to eat solid […]

Study Shows Dogs Can Understand The Meaning Of Nouns

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Imagine being able to talk with your dog about your day, or hear about theirs, and maybe even ask them what they’d like to do.  Just think about asking your dog what their favorite game is and why or what snack they like the most. Wouldn’t it be cool to know if they enjoy long […]

All About Panda

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Hi everyone, today I will give 10 facts about my favorite animal, the panda. Pandas have excellent camouflage for their habitat  The giant panda’s distinct black-and-white markings have two functions: camouflage and communication. Most of the panda – its face, neck, belly, rump – is white to help it hide in snowy habitats. The arms […]

Meet the Tardigrades: Earth’s Most Indestructible Creatures

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Have you ever heard of the amazing creatures known as Tardigrades? These microscopic organisms, also called water bears, are some of the planet’s toughest and most resilient creatures.  Despite their small size, did you know these tiny creatures can survive almost anything – even the most extreme conditions that would be deadly to most other […]

Want To Be Your Cat’s Favorite Human? Read This!

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These are some things to note to become your fabulous pet cats’ preferred human. But please keep in mind that all cats are different. So, if you have a cat that is the opposite of some of these things, you don’t need to let me know. I got all these notes from YouTube. Enjoy! 1. […]

Meet The Newest ‘Walking’ Fish

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It’s amazing to think about how much of the deep sea hasn’t been explored yet. We often focus on outer space, with scientists working on large projects and budgets to explore space and find out more about what’s out there. However, we still don’t know much about the ocean. Thankfully, scientists have been supporting the […]

10 Strangest Deep Sea Creatures That Are Surprisingly Real

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It’s incredible how much of our planet’s deep ocean remains a mystery. If you think about it, it’s a whole other world down there, barely explored by humans compared to space.  Have you ever wondered what kind of creatures live down there? What do they look like?  If you’re curious, no worries. I’ll tell you […]

What are Sperm Whales Saying? Scientists are Working to Decode Whale Languages

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Did you know that a sperm whale, also known as a cachalot, is the largest-toothed whale and the largest-toothed predator in the world? It also has the largest brain of any creature that has lived on Earth.  Amazing, right? In the ocean, these whales can easily be spotted by their enormous square heads and big, […]

Study Shows Ants Perform Life-Saving Operations On Other Injured Ants

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We witness this every day – doctors around the world performing intricate emergency procedures, using their skills and expertise to save countless lives.  But what if I told you that ants, particularly Florida carpenter ants, also know how to perform life-saving procedures to save their injured nestmates? Yes. You read that right! Like skilled surgeons, […]