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Okapis are awesome, beautifully patterned rainforest animals. They live in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Did you know that they are relatives of the giraffe?
Insects are really important Insects are important in almost every terrestrial (land-based) ecosystem on Earth. Insects recycle waste and build fertile soil. They pollinate plants. And they are a source of prey for many other species. A famous entomologist named E.O. Wilson wrote about the importance of…
Test your knowledge of fossils…
Mediterranean monk seals are one of the most endangered seals in the world. Watch the video to learn about these seals and how we can help protect them.
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Have you heard of trees that create billions of baby fish and crabs, help protect people on islands from the monster waves of tropical storms, and stand on stilts above the ocean?
Meet some attention-grabbing plants.
Thanks to National Moth Week and to Ken Childs and Juan Carlos García Morales for images.
Learn about the discovery of an extinct giant kangaroo from New Guinea.