Global Animal

Rub My Belly For Good Luck

Global Animal — Sun, 19 May 2013 07:00:24 PDT

(ANIMAL VIDEO) After many cycles of reincarnation, this little guy has finally found the key to true enlightenment, and you can see it on his furry face. Belly rubs times kitten equals ultimate happiness. — Global Animal

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New Snake Slithering Onto Endangered List?

Anthony Armentano — Sat, 18 May 2013 09:00:46 PDT

(ANIMAL SCIENCE) A new species of pit viper has been confirmed in the highland forests of Honduras. Named after late conservationist Mario Guifarro, the new species of snake could be an extremely rare occurrence in the wild. In fact, some...

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Ice, Ice Baby

Global Animal — Sat, 18 May 2013 07:00:18 PDT

(ANIMAL VIDEO) This adorable black lab puppy slips and slides around in chase after a delicious summer treat—a single ice cube. Sometimes the best toys are free toys! — Global Animal

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Two Tangled Eagles Take To The Tarmac

Anthony Armentano — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:12:03 PDT

(SKIES) MINNESOTA — The Duluth International Airport received two unscheduled layovers a few days ago, when a pair of bald eagles crash-landed on to the tarmac. Although fighting for territory is customary among bald eagles, incidents like this are...

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Hedgehogs Hard At Work (GALLERY)

Sarah Hollins — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:13:44 PDT

(CUTE ANIMAL PICTURES) These Hedgehogs, while providing love and joy to their companions, have also been moonlighting in secret jobs that their companions thankfully documented. Some hedgehogs enjoy sailing while others enjoy playing piano and...

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Deadly Amphibian Fungus Plagues Frogs

Stephanie Henkel — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:52 PDT

(ANIMAL SCIENCE) Beware, frogs! The chytrid fungus is out there! The lethal fungus, which seems to only harm amphibians, causes a thickening of the infected creature's skin and hinders the animal's breathing and electrolyte balance. Ultimately, the...

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The Beatles’ Biggest Fan

Global Animal — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:00:33 PDT

(ANIMAL VIDEO) This dog may not want to hold your hand, but he does want to hear your voice. If you're speaking like the Beatles, that is. — Global Animal

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Swine Flu Strikes Seals

Stephanie Henkel — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:27:47 PDT

(ANIMAL SCIENCE) The swine flu virus has been found in elephant seals off the central coast of California, according to a recent study. The research is the first to report the H1N1 virus in marine mammals, which shows influenza viruses can...

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