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Mutations are absolutely necessary for the evolution of species; however, some significant mutations can end up being detrimental to the existence of an individual. Here, we share some of the most shocking mutations observed in animals: Two-headed cow This unique calf was born on a family farm in Florida in 2015. Named “Annabel,” she had […] More
Photo: Paul Marek/Virginia Tech Biologists in California headed into the darkness on a hunt for undiscovered species, and they weren’t disappointed. Deep in the caves of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, they found more than 30 new types of invertebrates, including one very interesting little creature. Illacme tobini, a millipede with an incredible 414 […] More
Whale vomit (also known as ambergris) Three men hit the jackpot when they found 176 pounds of floating whale vomit worth an estimated $2.8 million. The fishermen were reported to have discovered one giant chunk off the coast of Qurayat in the northeastern part of Oman. One of the men said in the report, “We used a […] More
There’s an underwater river flowing under the ocean in Mexico, and you’ve got to see it to believe it. Located just 15 minutes away from Tulum on the Yucatan Peninsula, this submerged natural wonder will blow your mind. Approximately 180 feet below the ocean surface, this freshwater river is separated from the saltwater above by […] More
A zebra shark that hadn’t been in contact with males for years gave birth to three healthy pups. Aquarists at The Reef HQ Great Barrier Reef Aquarium in Townsville, Australia reported that the captive zebra shark laid 41 eggs, 3 of which hatched. Named “Leonie” and in her twenties, she’s now one of the main attractions at […] More
A small population of tiny orange crocodiles lives inside rainforest caves in Gabon. Known as dwarf crocodiles (Osteolaemus tetraspis), this African species reach only an average of 4.9 feet in length and weigh between 40 and 70 pounds. Due to their small size, the majority of their protection comes from a heavily armored neck, back, and […] More
Mike MacMillon was on his way to a meeting with the mayor when he noticed a skunk running around his street with a coke can stuck on his head. Realizing he was in his best suit and the smell of skunk might not be great for his upcoming meeting, Mike was understandably a bit hesitant to […] More
Light pillars are mysterious vertical beams of light seen around the globe. What exactly are they? Though some have been reported as UFO sightings, light pillars are actually a naturally occurring phenomenon that are commonly explained as optical illusions. If you’ve never seen one, light pillars are beautiful beams of vertical light that extend from bright light […] More
Over 300 wild reindeer were found dead following a lightning storm in Norway. The Norwegian Environment Agency released images to the public and reported that a total of 323 of the animals were killed during the storm, including 70 calves. A spokesperson for the agency, Kjartan Knutsen, told The Associated Press that reindeer tend to […] More
What would you think if you happened upon this bizarre floating creature in the middle of the ocean? At first glance, it looks like it might be some sort of alien creature, or perhaps a previously unidentified marine animal? Aussie fisherman Mark Watkins initially thought that the blob might be an overturned boat or a […] More
Scientists have discovered a miniature crustacean, known as a water flea, that can grow its own armor to defend itself. Even better — the armor is customized for each enemy. As the Daphnia species grow and mature, they develop tail spines, neck spikes, and helmets based on the chemistry of their aquatic environments. These miniature creatures will molt once […] More
This unbelievable lake has been home to an underwater forest for over a century. How did it get there? This area didn’t use to be a lake at all, but a thriving spruce forest in the mountains of Kazahkstan. A tremendous earthquake in 1911 triggered a landslide that blocked the gorge, creating a natural dam. Eventually, rainwater […] More
