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The rise of the planet of the trilobites - Nigel Hughes

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Discover the creatures known as trilobites, one of Earth’s most successful early animals, and find out what led to their extinction.

Why Sharks Are Covered In Teeth

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Sharks wouldn’t be known for their fierce teeth today if it weren’t for their ancient scales.

MinuteEarth Explains: How Did Whales Get So Big? | Book Trailer

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It’s packed with the clever explanations, adorable illustrations, and quirky humor you love from MinuteEarth – all in hard-cover form! Explore science and fun facts about animals, plants, microbes and more from all over Earth (and beyond).

Why These Bears “Waste” Food

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Optimal foraging theory means that turning down food is sometimes more efficient than eating it - but even then, what’s “wasted” doesn’t necessarily go to waste.

The Fish That Hunts Pigeons | Planet Earth II | BBC Earth

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The pigeon's lack of fear has lead to an unexpected predator appearing...

Autumn in Canada | National Geographic

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Ontario and Quebec are a fall lovers delight. The leaves paint the landscape and outdoor adventures await. Partner Content for Destination Canada.

The sharks that hunt in forests

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Discover the unique adaptations of marine forests, the ecosystems that provide food and shelter for sharks and diverse coastal species.

Filming Antarctica's Underwater Secret | Wild Stories | BBC Earth

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Under the ice can seem like a completely alien world... Kathryn Jeffs (Series Producer) talks us through the difficult process of capturing 'The Brinicle' on film.

Raising Cute Pandas: It's Complicated | National Geographic

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Giant panda cubs are adorable fluff balls that squeak and squeal. This endangered species is also incredibly tricky to breed and raise in captivity. In the 1960s, only 30 percent of infant pandas born at breeding centers survived. Today 90 percent survive. So, what changed?

What’s in the air you breathe? - Amy Hrdina and Jesse Kroll

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Together, nitrogen, oxygen and argon make up 99.93% of our air. So what’s the other .07%? Find out what makes up the air you breathe.

British Columbia's Fall Trip | National Geographic

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Home to one of Canada's most notorious wine regions, British Columbia is a true destination for wine lovers. There's also iconic mountains, waterfalls, and parks to explore. Partner Content for Destination Canada.

How do wind turbines work?

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Explore how wind turbines convert wind into electricity, and the challenges of powering the world entirely with wind energy.

Whatever happened to acid rain? - Joseph Goffman

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Discover what causes acid rain, and how scientists were able to largely eliminate this major environmental threat.

The Mystery of Magnetic Worms - Smarter Every Day 253

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Metal in Worms?

The Secret Culture of Orcas | Podcast | Overheard at National Geographic

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Scientists are discovering that orcas, among the most social and intelligent of marine animals, have unique family structures and behaviors, passed from one generation to the next.

The surprising secrets of hummingbird flight

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Dig into the incredible fighting, feeding, and flying capabilities of hummingbirds.

What’s the best fuel for your car?

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Dig into which fuel— gasoline, electric, biofuels, or electrofuels— is both affordable for consumers and sustainable for the planet.

How Wildfires Generate "Never-Ending" Storms

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Under the right conditions, wildfires can form clouds and generate firestorms, which last far longer than normal thunderstorms.

Four Reasons Our Brains Suck At Pandemics

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You can read Bill & Melinda Gates' 2021 letter at http://gatesnot.es/3opAPWK​ Certain cognitive biases cause humans to make unsafe decisions in a pandemic, making a terrible disease even worse.

Feathers in Flight: The Bird Genoscape Project | National Geographic

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Billions of birds migrate annually across the Western Hemisphere… but if we don’t know where they go when they leave their breeding grounds, how can we protect them?

Wildlife Disappearing at the Border | National Geographic

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The San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge marks the convergence of the Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts in a grassland valley at the base of the Peloncillo mountains.