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A sustainable, zero-waste Mardi Gras is possible, even though the holiday usually comes with a lot of waste — here are a few ideas.

There are so many ways to express your love for animals — such as becoming a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Here's how.

Australia's threatened ecological community list includes more than 100 biodiverse habitats, but is enough being done to protect them?

Depictions of satan often have horns and hooves similar to goats, which can lead to assumptions about their behavior. So where did this come from?

Capybaras' laid-back nature, in part thanks to their herbivore diet, makes them some of the most chill animals around.

Our eco-friendly Valentine's Day tips, including buying sustainably-made food and vintage or lab-grown diamonds, keeps you (and the earth) happy.

Some people are shy about bathroom humor, but not us. Enjoy these TP memes while you're (probably) reading this from the bathroom.

Beth S. Zamarripa is an artist with a unique story to tell. Her work is well-traveled and eventually ended up back in her hands. Here's the story.

The internet loves the world's largest rodent, and so do we. Check out these memes of way-too-relatable capybaras to get you through the week.

Why is February Black History Month? Here's everything we know about why this time of rememberance takes place during the second month of the year.

Breadfruit is described in taste as similar to everything from to potatoes to, yes, bread. Here's what you need to know about this fruit.

A Japanese macaque monkey is on the lam after escaping from a zoo in the Scottish highlands. Residents in the area are calling him "Kingussie Kong."

International Zebra Day takes place on Jan. 31 every year. Here's how to observe the holiday, which raises awareness for zebra conservation.

After a successful embryo transfer on a southern white rhino, scientists hope IVF can save the northern white rhino from extinction.

A lizard’s spiritual meaning depends on the religious or cultural community defining it, and they can represent good or bad omens.

Swimming feather stars, aka Jimbacrinus crinoids, are enchanting social media viewers with their beauty and grace. Are they a plant, or a fish? Here are details on these fascinating creatures.

While some climate activists destroy art, others create it. Here are some of the best pieces of art that address climate change, by artists including Banksy.

The internet can’t stop talking about an uncharted land in China with dinosaurs. Learn more about this conspiracy theory and its tangential facts.

Swans are beautiful creatures, but they can also be aggressive and powerful enough to drive species out of their native ecosystems.

Jess Smith was shopping at a local thrift store when she found a $2 necklace that looked like a Tide Pod. It was valued at $3,000. Here's the story.

We’ve all heard those stories about squirrels burying nuts for later, but do squirrels hibernate? Let's take a look at what they do in winter.

Best friend bunnies Donna and Figaro lived a catastrophic life of merciless testing and forced breeding, until they were rescued and moved to a sanctuary.

Eco brutalism’s environmental message might be clear to some people, but critics are not so sure about how effective it is.

More and more companies become guilty of greenwashing every day, in an effort to convince potential customers that a product is sustainable.

The former oldest living chicken, Peanut, has died at 21 years of age. How long do most chickens live, and why is their lifespan so short?

Tegu lizards are invasive species in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Their presence threatens natural wildlife living in the area.

Elon Musk is a headline-making mainstay. He has seemingly supported antisemitic rhetoric in the past, but some wonder if the businessman is Jewish.

After Christmas, the Rockefeller Christmas tree is taken down from its spot in New York City — and its lumber is used for a virtuous cause.

An adorable 1,300-pound southern elephant seal nicknamed Neil the Seal has been wreaking havoc on coastal towns in Australia. His antics have made him an internet sensation.

There are many intriguing facts about mountain gorillas, but their nose print makes these gentle giants unique. Learn more about the gorilla nose.

As it turns out, 'Looney Tunes' and other animated depictions of turtles without shells got it wrong. A turtle without their shell is a gruesome sight.

If you are an AirPod or earbud user, you could be damaging your hearing if you are listening for too long during the day, or at decibels too high.

Thirteen cats up for adoption at the Brooklyn Cat Cafe are vying for the title of "Cat of the Year." The promotion is being held in honor of Taylor Swift, TIME's 2023 Person of the Year.

Pepsi has discontinued Sierra Mist and replaced it with a lemon-lime soda called Starry. Did it have something to do with internet star Cierra Mistt?

In the Gulf of Corinth, researchers spotted a dolphin with thumbs on both flippers. Find out whether this is common and how the dolphin's thumbs work.

Electric eels can produce an electric current by releasing electrolytes. Shockingly, they may be also altering DNA in the process.

A giant pliosaur skull has been excavated from a coastal cliffside in Dorset, England. Here’s what the bones of the prehistoric sea monster revealed.

Woman are drinking a mix that includes Jell-O to temporarily stop their periods. Here's how the hack works and if there's any research to back it up.

Residents of Central Florida's "Space Coast" have been waking up at odd hours to house-shaking booms. SpaceX and Space Force say more are on the way.

Shauna Pelley has documented the devastating destruction of her dream home caused by a flood from the Puyallup River. Here's what we know so far.