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June 27, 2024

Pair of Resting Cuckoo Bees Wins the Royal Entomological Society’s Insect Photo Competition

The UK's leading insect science charity has announced the winners of its annual photo competition. Each year, the Royal Entomological Society asks amateur insect photographers to bring the miniature world of bugs to life, and this year was no exception. Luke Chambers was named the overall winner for his interesting look at two bees and their unusual sleeping habits. Sleeping insects also netted 17-year-old Gustav Parenmark the win in the under 18 division.

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June 27, 2024

Rare White Bison Calf Born at Yellowstone National Park Is a Sacred Symbol

American bison once flourished across the United States, from the western tip of New York state to the eastern edges...

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June 26, 2024

Before-and-After Shots of Tiny Eggs and the Invertebrates That Hatch From Them

A fascinating video by Adrian Kozakiewicz of Insecthaus shows how all types of creepy crawlies can hatch from tiny eggs.

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June 23, 2024

Archeologists Unearth Ancient Maya Beekeeping Tools in Southeastern Mexico

In the ancient Maya civilization animals played a very important role. Not only were they a source of meat, hides, and feathers, but they also held religious symbolic importance. Among them, was the cultivation of sacred stingless bees (known as Xunan-Kab in Mayan) to produce honey for food, trading, and ceremonies.

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June 20, 2024

2024 Audubon Photography Awards Celebrates the Beauty of North American Birds

Now in its 15th year, the Audubon Photography Awards is celebrating the magic of bird photography.

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June 20, 2024

Exhibit Your Cat’s Creations With a ‘Catvas’ Scratching Pad That Can Be Displayed Like Wall Art

Torn cushions, scuffed up carpets, and scratched furniture—many cat owners know this sight all too well.

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June 19, 2024

Hawaiian Teen Wins $10,000 for Research on Mysterious Outbreak Killing Sea Turtles

Though many high school students may not be enthusiastic about science projects, one determined student decided to take it upon himself to spend nearly three years on one. Meet Maddux Alexander Springer, a Hawaiian teen who noticed a lack of study on a species of sea turtles afflicted by a mysterious disease and decided to research it himself.

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June 16, 2024

Meet the Rüppell’s Vulture, the Extraordinary Bird That Can Fly as High as an Airplane

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman! No.

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June 10, 2024

Scientists Discover That Crows Can Actually Count Out Loud

Crows are incredibly intelligent animals.

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June 10, 2024

Immersive Exhibition Tells the Story of Bees Through Sights, Sounds, and Smells

An innovative exhibition at Liverpool's World Museum merges art and science to bring the public into the fascinating world of bees. Bees: A Story of Survival is a tale of 120 million years of adaptation and survival. Designed and produced by artist and sculptor Wolfgang Buttress, the exhibition is a full sensory experience. This isn't just an exhibition with bee specimens displayed in cases.

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