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Nature’s most mysterious islands often come with breathtaking beauty, but a few carry a terrifying twist—deadly snakes found nowhere else on Earth. For adventurers, these islands may spark intrigue, ...

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — A Mexican marine biologist was seriously injured after he was attacked by a shark while working off Costa Rica’s Pacific coast and transferred to a hospital in the ...

Venture to the Komodo Islands in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, home to the legendary Komodo dragon—the largest living lizard on Earth. These remote, rugged islands are part of Komodo National Park, a ...

For Emily Hess, it was a Phidippus regius named Gretel. Hayden Shea's first was caught by her boyfriend's dad. Sunday Costell ordered her first one off eBay. "I went from selling three to four a week ...

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Adopting any one of these adorable adoptables would be amazing! Young pups and kitties are filled with excitement, seniors offer wisdom, calm, and gratitude, while bonded pairs bring the joy of ...

Meet Paige, a curious and independent Tortie with a love for exploring every nook and cranny. Her days are filled with clever strategies to solve the little mysteries around her. She’s not just about ...

This fall, Long Island is going to the dogs (and cats!) in the best way possible. From parades and plant sales to costume contests and charity walks, local shelters and rescues are hosting fun-filled ...

Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital is joining thousands of people and their pets around the globe on Sept. 27 for the “World’s Largest Pet Walk.” The hospital encourages everyone to enjoy the ...