nature
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Nature’s Comeback? No, The Coronavirus Pandemic Threatens The World’s Wildlife
There have not been many bright spots in the coronavirus pandemic, but one has been the apparent return of nature as the frantic pace of modern life has slowed. We’ve seen fish-eating birds return to the clear waters of Venice, wild boar roaming the streets of Bergamo, and of course the feral mountain goats of…
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How Do Woodpeckers Avoid Brain Injury?
Slamming a beak against the trunk of a tree would seem like an activity that would cause headaches, jaw aches and serious neck and brain injuries. Yet woodpeckers can do this 20 times per second and suffer no ill effects.
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The Best Wildlife Photos Of 2019 Reveal Nature’s Beauty And Ferocity
The finalists have been announced for this year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. This year’s crop features some stunning ” and gut wrenching ” images. From animals fighting for their lives to the subtle beauty of a bird drinking from an icicle, these photographs are nothing short of remarkable.
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How To Stop Seagulls From Stealing Your Food Or At Least Make Them Feel Guilty About It
It turns out you can ward off some thieving gulls by just staring them down, according to a new study. I say some gulls, because others are not deterred by glares from humans.