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A Louisiana aquarium has a new star — and a mystery — on its hands after a baby shark was born in a habitat without any males. The Shreveport Aquarium announced last week that Yoko the swell ...

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A "super-Earth" planet found outside of our solar system could have conditions suitable for life, according to experts at the University of Oxford. Researchers said the planet has a mass six times ...

The Puppy Bowl and Super Bowl are both Sunday, Feb. 9, and Lyft is partnering with Animal Planet ahead of the big games to offer discounted Pet Rides to encourage pet adoption. According to the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island’s own Carl, a blind 7-month-old bulldog with an indomitable spirit, is set to take the field in Animal Planet’s “Puppy Bowl” on Sunday, Feb. 9 ...

A rare alignment of six planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—will be visible to stargazers on 25 January. This planetary parade offers a unique opportunity for skywatchers to ...

Humans have been constructing animal statues for thousands of years. It is a way for us to convey our deep bond with the animal kingdom and the debt of gratitude that we owe to our fellow creatures.

Here’s what you need to know to see the nightly parade of planets. During the planet parade, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will all be visible to the naked eye. Uranus and Neptune are also visible, ...

Use Binoculars or Telescopes: To spot Uranus and Neptune, additional equipment may be required. Join Local Events: Participating in astronomy meetups can make the experience more interactive and ...

When we think of oceanic predators, the great white shark is likely one animal that comes to mind. Its razor-sharp teeth and powerful jaws make even seasoned divers think twice before diving. However, ...

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