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TikTok's latest viral trend has users telling their partners about the bird they saw today, but what exactly is the “Bird Theory”?

Need an interesting fact to drop at parties? Look no further.
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Was it a rat? Probably not.
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This island is struggling to manage its massive stray cat population.
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Pets

Cats have attracted a lot of different superstitions over the years—some easier to believe than others.
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Francine the cat went missing for a while in a different city. Now she‘s back home.
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See which pet costumes people are most excited for this Halloween.
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Is your new pet’s name on this list?
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Cats sometimes act like a bowl of water is something to approach with extreme caution. There’s a reason for it, though.
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It’s important to be as prepared as possible before you and your pup hit the trail.
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Some cities have dogs waiting much longer than 30 days to make it to their forever homes.
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If you need name inspiration for your own pup, take a cue from pet owners across the country.
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Birds

Along with jack o’ lanterns, skeletons, and ghosts, spider webs are a classic part of creepy Halloween décor. But the spooky faux webs can be more dangerous than they appear.
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This isn‘t your average backyard bird.
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Parking lots offer a lot of the benefits of gulls’ natural habitats, plus a few key perks.
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Cats

Think you know your feline facts? Test yourself with this puzzling primer on all things cat. (Bonus points if you can finish before one starts napping on your keyboard.)

Dogs

The search is on for the next Buddy. Submit your golden retriever’s video and join the legacy of the beloved Air Bud franchise.
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You might be surprised to see which canines make the cut when it comes to the world’s most expensive dog breeds.
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Fourth of July fireworks and parties can be distressing for dogs—and their pet parents. Here are tips that can help.
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We spoke to several veterinary behavior experts to learn how to keep anxious dogs calm, no matter the scenario.
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Fish

From a ginormous relative of the garden pillbug to fish with translucent heads, these organisms are adapted to the dark, cold, pressurized environment of the deep sea.
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Toxic explosives were no barrier for the fish and invertebrates colonizing a World War II-era munitions dump in the Baltic Sea, according to a new study.
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Scientists are finding new ways to listen to fish thanks to technological advancements.
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Get to know the bumpy snailfish, a deep-sea creature that won‘t give you nightmares.
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Insects

From the Vatican’s “Lesus” medal to Beanie Babies to the Civil War coins that declare “shoot him on the spoot.”
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English spelling can be frustrating and confusing, but there are things you can do to help make the task of getting it right more manageable.
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Would you recoil in terror if spell-check ever stopped working? Fear not: You're in good company.
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Reptiles

A rare gecko once thought to be lost is making a comeback in the Galápagos.
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