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Close-Up Encounter: Blue Dragon Nudibranch Feeds on Venomous Prey
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Hedgerows and Orchards: a Slow Reclamation of an Upland Farm
A Guardian Country Diary entry follows an upland farmer planting a fruit tree every 200 metres along hedgerows and establishing a new apple and damson orchard at Low Park. While snow lingers on the fells, primroses bloom in the sheltered orchard and fungi appear on deadwood, highlighting a landscape in gentle transformation as the old farmstead and a nearby railway crossing are gradually reclaimed by moss, ferns, and nature, signaling that upland farming may one day become a memory.
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Protective Moose Stops Bear Cub’s Attempted Prey on Calf
A viral wildlife clip shows a bear cub attempting to attack a moose calf in Alaska, but a protective 800-pound mother moose charges in and drives the cub away, rescuing her calf; experts note black bears prey on moose calves in some areas, and remind viewers to keep distance from moose mothers in the wild.
Bees Turn Up the Heat to Roast the Giant Hornet
BBC Wildlife explains how Japanese honeybees defend against the largest hornet by luring it into the hive and rapidly heating the surrounding air to about 46°C, roasting the intruder in a cooperative defense honed over millions of years on Honshu.
Spotted Lake: Canada's Colorful, Smelly Brine Pool Wonder
Spotted Lake in British Columbia is a mineral-rich soda lake known for its colorful, circular brine pools and cultural significance to the Okanagan Nation, with unique mineral crusts visible in summer and a history of mineral extraction for wartime use.
Global Marine Migrations: Impact of Climate Change on Longest Animal Routes
The article highlights some of the world's longest animal migrations, including the Arctic Tern's pole-to-pole journey of up to 59,000 miles annually, whale migrations between feeding and breeding grounds, and remarkable bird and insect flights across oceans and continents, illustrating the incredible endurance and adaptation of these species in connecting ecosystems worldwide.
The Hidden Charm of Mistletoe Beyond the Holidays
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Top 6 Unusual Snow and Ice Formations in Nature
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Rare Piebald Cow Elk Sighted Near Cody
A rare piebald cow elk, characterized by its white and brown coloration due to a genetic recessive trait, was spotted near Cody, Wyoming. Such elk are extremely uncommon, with less than 1% of the population exhibiting this trait, and most do not survive to adulthood due to associated genetic deformities. The sighting of a healthy, young piebald elk is notable, and while the mutation affects skin and hair, it likely doesn't impact the meat.
Chunk Crowned 2025 Fat Bear Week Champion in Alaska
'32 Chunk' was crowned the 2025 Fat Bear Week champion at Alaska's Brooks River, winning a week-long voting contest with over 96,000 votes, recognized for his impressive size and resilience despite injuries, exemplifying success in brown bears.
Injured Chunk Wins Alaska's 2025 Fat Bear Week
Chunk, a resilient bear with a broken jaw, has been crowned the 2025 Fat Bear Week champion at Katmai National Park, winning with over 96,000 votes in a record-breaking online competition that drew more than 1.6 million votes worldwide.
Fearless Elk Chases Grey Wolf in Yellowstone
The article features stunning footage of a fearless elk charging a grey wolf in Yellowstone National Park, highlighting the intense predator-prey interactions in the wild, and provides additional information about elk and their habitat.