Nature & Wildlife
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New research suggests prodigious pups that already have large vocabularies can learn new words by listening in on their owners’ conversations
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Elm zigzag sawflies can munch on plants beyond their preferred elm trees when foliage isn’t available, a new study suggests
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The rockhead, or deep-pitted, poacher may use its ribs to beat the inside of its head cavity to communicate with other creatures, according to a new study
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The animals’ camouflaging capabilities have long inspired humans. The new material could one day help researchers improve robotics or electronic screens
What can studying cattle poop teach us? Quite a lot, actually.
Dr. Sally Bornbusch, the George E. Burch Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, explains how collecting cattle feces helps . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Meet Hilary, an Amazonia keeper who specializes in caring for many different species that live in the rainforest at the National Zoo! As part of her career, Hilary uses her knowledge of animal care science to make sure all the animals are happy . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
If you don't spot our Cheetah Girls on the Cheetah Cub Cam, don't worry. They're probably outside having fun!
For cheetah cubs, play time is an important way to develop social and physical skills. Amabala's cubs are spending lots of time outside . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Surprisingly, the magic of snowflakes often begins with dust in the air. All it takes is for a cold drop of water to freeze on one of these particles, creating an ice crystal. Because every crystal takes a unique journey through the atmosphere,. Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.