A Kilauea guide set his GoPro down, not suspecting it would get covered by lava.

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Squirrels pay close attention to bird chatter to find out if there's a predator nearby.

Rats played hide-and-seek with scientists for no other reward than strokes and tickles.

A newborn flamingo baby is going viral after posts by the Denver Zoo.

Experts at San Diego Zoo's medical center perform cataract surgery on Leslie the lowland gorilla to save her eyesight.

This giant Galapagos tortoise will "retire" from a successful mating program that helped the species rebound from very small numbers.

Built atop a parking garage, this iconic park is considered the world's largest rooftop garden. It's also the place for kids and curious adults to go.

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The Halley VI Research Station is spending its first winter without humans.

The owners of Alabama's Humble Heart Farms are offering their dairy farm to whoever writes the best 200-word essay.

The vanilla crop is getting hammered by low yields, climate change, speculation and theft.

Researchers are digging deeper into how tomato flavors have changed over time, and now they've found a specific gene that's missing in many modern varieties.

The Davis Museum at Wellesley College will remove 120 pieces of art that were created or donated by immigrants.

Clicktivism or slacktivism is using social media to support a cause. Critics say it's activism lite, but often people are moved to get more involved.

Tina Solera made it her life's mission to save the galgo, a traditional dog of Spain that has fallen into deep disregard.

Meet LeeAnne Walters, the Flint mother fighting for clean water in her community and elsewhere. For her efforts, she won the Goldman Environmental Prize.

Every kind of dog can be a feel-good story wrapped in fur. Just ask King, the former shelter dog who has inspired countless people.

A dog named Tigger who couldn't stop trembling when he first came to the shelter now can't stop kissing his rescuers.

Mimi Ausland began as an advocate for animals with her interactive quiz website that donates food to shelters. Now, she's tackling plastic waste in the ocean.

Genetic tests are showing that individuals from Texas might breed with individuals from Japan or South America.

The FAA has warned that some unidentified tests on the West Coast will jam GPS signals — but how do pilots deal?

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The genetically modified rice variety is laced with essential vitamins.

The artifact was probably dropped by conquistadors as they fled from the city.

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All 8 species of pangolin are in decline due to illegal trade, but conservationists hope to save them by softening the scaly animal's image.

Aditya and Poonam Singh are turning barren farmland in Rajasthan, India, into an unofficial tiger reserve.

Blue tits and great tits keep an eye on how their bird friends react to certain foods.

The American robin, Turdus migratorius, is migrating earlier likely in response to changing environmental conditions.

The zoo had been trying for 10 years to encourage pandas Ying Ying and Le Le to mate. All it took was a coronavirus lockdown.

Prehistoric humans missed animals when they disappeared and even wondered how to get them back.

Flamingos are making themselves comfortable in Mumbai, flocking there in greater numbers as humans are locked down.

Copper is so effective, many experts think we should coat hospital beds, railings and other public furniture with an alloy of the metal.

Flamingos live for decades and like to spend time hanging out with their friends.

Farm research focused on good bacteria in the gut is helping scientists understand asthma, allergies and the immune system.

Scientists are trying to figure out why the popular tourist destination has gone dark.

Researchers are still discovering all the ways that making music enriches your brain, but the impact is undeniable.

These scientifically proven ways show how pets make you healthier and happier.

This salty soda lake literally turns dead animals into calcified statues. Why do lesser flamingos love it so much?

While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation.

From the unbearably cute to the utterly absurd, these pet and animal vines are bound to crack you up.

Due to their seemingly ever-smiling demeanor, these small marsupials are the perfect selfie buddies.

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This savory oatmeal isn't your typical breakfast-for-dinner dish.

Eat your way to prosperity and luck with these Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year recipes.

Food delivery services and high-tech appliances could be a boon for boomers, especially if kitchens disappear.