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Moon Dance: Starlings Swarm The Sky As Wolf Moon Rises
February 22, 2026, 12:16 am EST
Birdwatchers stood in silent awe, as tens of thousands of starlings performed one of nature's most breathtaking spectacles — murmuration. Captured at the Otmoor Nature Reserve in Oxfordshire, England, the intricate, unpredictable dance happened as the wolf moon, the first full moon of 2026, was rising. Why does this phenomenon often happen during winter? Watch and learn.
'Absolutely Mental!' Full Double Rainbow Stuns UK Woman
February 22, 2026, 8:12 pm EST
Rainbows have the ability to make anyone feel like a kid again, and the boundless excitement one woman showed over a rainbow in her backyard is a perfect example. 24-year-old Kaitlyn Pibernik, from the Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom, first spotted the beginning of the rainbow from her window and she sprinted outside, capturing the entire arc in its full splendor and a fainter, second arc just above it.
Dolphin Named ‘Lucky’ Rescued From South Carolina Lagoon
February 20, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
Lucky the dolphin found itself trapped in a South Carolina lagoon after the tide rolled out. Luckily, the 7-foot dolphin was spotted, and rescue teams were able to lift her out of the water and carry her to deeper water. Lucky has been known as a regular in the nearby May River.
Cuteness Overload: Tennessee Aquarium Shows Off Baby Penguin
February 14, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga has welcomed a new penguin chick to the family and it might want to make you plan a summer trip there with your family. Watch this video to learn all about the tiny, adorable Gentoo penguin.
Watch: Python Surfaces During Typhoon Floods In Philippines
February 3, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
Stunned residents captured astonishing video of a large python swimming through floodwaters caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi in the Philippines. It’s just one more danger after the deadly storm caused widespread destruction across the central part of the country that's still recovering from an earthquake.
Why Do I Hear My Name In The Woods? The Phenomenon Explained
January 31, 2026, 2:23 am EST
Ever heard your name being called out while alone in the woods? While this could be an unsettling experience, there might be a perfectly logical explanation as to why.
Yellowstone Visitor Tries For Photo With Bison
January 31, 2026, 2:23 am EST
No matter how bad you want that instagram-able photo, it’s important to remain a safe distance from wild animals. Yellowstone National Park officials say that Bison have injured more visitors in the park than any other animal. One visitor learned a lesson in a frightening way.
This Fuzzy Little Plant Is A Newly Discovered Species
January 31, 2026, 7:21 pm EST
A volunteer at Big Bend National Park discovered a previously unknown plant. Not only is it a new species, it’s a completely new genus within the daisy family. Researchers still have a lot to learn about what they’ve named the wooly devil for its fuzzy appearance and are hoping to see some more of them pop up this spring.
Injured Sea Turtle Reveals Secret In CT Scan
January 28, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
After being hit by a boat in Saint. Lucie, Florida, a loggerhead sea turtle was brought to Loggerhead Marinelife Center to recover. There, a veterinary team attempted to give her a CT scan to assess her injuries. That’s when they discovered her secret.
New Baby Bison Celebrate Spring In South Dakota Black Hills
January 28, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
Each spring, the wide open plains of South Dakota come alive - not just with blooming wildflowers, but with the arrival of fuzzy, rust-colored baby bison known as “cinnamon calves.” These adorable newcomers don’t just represent the future of America’s national animal, they mark the start of a new season in Custer State Park, where more than 1,400 bison roam free and the first calf of 2025 has made its heartwarming debut.

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