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Francine the cat went missing for a while in a different city. Now she‘s back home.

It turns out vultures are excellent, accidental collectors of history.
CaLea Johnson|
This isn‘t your average backyard bird.
CaLea Johnson|
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.
Kat Long|

Pets

Is your new pet’s name on this list?
CaLea Johnson|
Cats sometimes act like a bowl of water is something to approach with extreme caution. There’s a reason for it, though.
Jake Rossen|
It’s important to be as prepared as possible before you and your pup hit the trail.
Alexia Kontolemos|
Some cities have dogs waiting much longer than 30 days to make it to their forever homes.
AJ DiCosimo|
If you need name inspiration for your own pup, take a cue from pet owners across the country.
CaLea Johnson|
The search is on for the next Buddy. Submit your golden retriever’s video and join the legacy of the beloved Air Bud franchise.
CaLea Johnson|
An extra-fluffy tail doesn’t just look cute—it’s your cat’s way of communicating how they feel.
Kirstin Fawcett|
Here’s a hint: It’s not by sweating through their paws.
Hannah Keyser|

Birds

Parking lots offer a lot of the benefits of gulls’ natural habitats, plus a few key perks.
Matt Soniak|
Long-distance bird migration is one of the natural world’s most inspiring phenomena—and how we learned about it is just as fascinating.
Rebecca Heisman|
You’ll never look at these creatures the same way again.
Kerry Wolfe|

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

You might be surprised to see which canines make the cut when it comes to the world’s most expensive dog breeds.
Jennifer Fabiano|
Fourth of July fireworks and parties can be distressing for dogs—and their pet parents. Here are tips that can help.
Nicolas Rivero|
We spoke to several veterinary behavior experts to learn how to keep anxious dogs calm, no matter the scenario.
Kate Schweitzer|
Sad but true: Your pet can die in a shockingly short amount of time.
Jake Rossen|

Fish

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.
Nick Keppler|
Scientists are finding new ways to listen to fish thanks to technological advancements.
CaLea Johnson|
Get to know the bumpy snailfish, a deep-sea creature that won‘t give you nightmares.
CaLea Johnson|
A fishing group thought they caught a giant goldfish. What they hooked was actually much weirder.
CaLea Johnson|

Insects

From the Vatican’s “Lesus” medal to Beanie Babies to the Civil War coins that declare “shoot him on the spoot.”
Arika Okrent|
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.
Editorial Staff|
Would you recoil in terror if spell-check ever stopped working? Fear not: You're in good company.
Mark Mancini|

Reptiles

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