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June 4, 2023

Fascinating Animation Compares the Size of Extinct Animas With Their Descendants

When we think of the size of extinct animals, our minds might go to the large T-Rex in Jurassic Park. As frightening as that looks, there are other creatures that, while long gone, would've been quite scary to encounter. YouTube channel WTD has created a digital animation showcasing the sizes of extinct animals alongside their extant descendants. Let's just say that some daunting creatures of today had much more intimidating relatives in the long-since past.

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May 31, 2023

Friendly Whales Approach Two Paddlers in Puerto Madryn, Argentina

Picture yourself paddling along some tranquil waters when, out of nowhere, you're surrounded by whales. While they are known for mostly being gentle giants, the thrill of coming so close to some of the largest animals in the world can be overwhelming. This happened to Mariana Gioielli and Paolo Osta while they were practicing stand paddling near their hometown of Puerto Madryn, in the Argentine Patagonia.

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May 22, 2023

Bear Wakes Up From Long Nap Looking Hilariously Disheveled

You know the feeling. After enjoying nice break on the weekend, Monday morning hits you like a ton of bricks. You wake up experiencing something close to dread and you reluctantly get out of bed. Then, you drag your feet to the coffee maker with your eyes half closed. Well, imagine what it’s like a for a bear waking from a very long slumber with no coffee in sight.

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May 19, 2023

Aerial Elephant Rescue Team Saves a Truck Driver Trapped in a Raging River

In Kenya, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) is known for its conservation work, protecting the country's orphaned elephants and even providing them with vet care. Recently, their experience and assets helped them save a man who was in a very dangerous situation. A tanker truck driver happened to be making his way across the Galana Kulalu causeway when the heavy rain caused the river to overflow, rapidly trapping the vehicle and the man in raging waters.

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