Ancient fossils help us better understand modern-day species — and this one is named after Kermit the Frog
A new discovery at the Smithsonian has helped identify an ancient amphibian ancestor, and researchers have named their specimen after Kermit the Frog.
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UK lawmakers strike down anti-trans bill by... talking about ferrets?
The "Ferret Filibuster" has made the animal a symbol for trans resistance, as MPs delay a ban on gender-affirming care.
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3 million shipwrecks around the world have become helpful habitats for underwater life — from microbes to sharks
Researchers estimate that there are some three million shipwrecks worldwide, resting in shallow rivers and bays, coastal waters and the deep ocean.
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Tired of Google? Try this new search engine that funds biodiversity efforts
Conscientious web surfers and animal lovers can now search using Karma, a search engine that funds biodiversity efforts.
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Endangered cave salamanders, once called 'couch potatoes,' surprise scientists by surfacing above ground
A rare, and oddly cute, cave dwelling aquatic salamander has been shocking scientists with surprise visits to the surface.
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Jon Stewart helps raise $25k for animal shelter after heartfelt tribute to beloved dog Dipper on 'The Daily Show'
After a heartfelt tribute to his late dog, Dipper, Jon Stewart inspired hundreds to donate to a New York City animal shelter.
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2023 was the first year without elephant poaching in Republic of Congo National Park
The achievement is attributed to a decade of collaborative efforts with the government, Wildlife Conservation Society, and local communities.
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