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A handful of bite marks on a fossil tens of millions of years old speaks to an ancient tussle between two terrifying apex ...

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The animal kingdom showcases incredible speedsters. Golden eagles dive at 150 mph. Peregrine falcons reach over 240 mph.

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The Earth is full of remarkable species, and the wood frog (Lithobates sylvaticus) is certainly one of them. This small ...

Overall, the Peregrine Falcon is the fastest of all animals, with a speed of 240 mph. These animals demonstrate the ...

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Cranes are large omnivorous birds known for their vocalizations and for performing elaborate mating dances. There are 15 species of cranes in the family Gruidae. With long legs and a large torso, ...

In human terms, it doesn’t take long for the little ones to grow and fledge – around two weeks in most cases. We watched from a safe distance as the parents brought insects to place into eager mouths ...