A yellow octopus against yellow seaweed.
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How do octopuses blend in?

Octopuses are found in oceans worldwide. They live in shallow and deep water. The only hard part of their body is their beak. They use their beaks to crack open crabs and clams for lunch. … Read more

Dr. Jane Goodall interacting with a chimpanzee around 1965.
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Dr. Jane Goodall

Jane Goodall was a scientist who studied chimpanzees. She spent almost 30 years observing chimpanzees in the wild in Africa. She was known for patiently watching and waiting for groups of chimpanzees to get used … Read more

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How strong is spider silk?

You see a circular web glowing in the sunlight. A golden orb weaving spider has woven another masterpiece. You accidentally walk through it. The strands break and feel sticky. For a horsefly, though, the web … Read more

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake
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Snake Bites That Save Lives  

Snake bites can be very dangerous. Tim Friede knows this all too well. The Wisconsin man was hospitalized after two cobra bites. But that did not keep him away from snakes. In fact, it had … Read more

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Flex Your Ear Muscles!  

Not everyone can wiggle their ears, but everyone has ear muscles. These ears muscles  flex when you are trying hard to listen. You don’t even have to think about it! When a dog hears a … Read more

Hubble Space Telescope
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The Hubble Space Telescope Turns 35

In April of 2025, the Hubble Space Telescope celebrated its 35th birthday. A telescope is a tool that makes far-away objects seem closer. Hubble is a special kind of telescope that is in space. It … Read more

Closeup of mosquito biting a person's skin
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Can Clothes Protect You from Mosquito Bites?

Mosquito bites are itchy and annoying. They can also cause dangerous diseases. These diseases affect millions of people each year. Experts recommend wearing long clothing to protect yourself against mosquito bites. But mosquitoes can bite … Read more