These Trees Eat Salmon!
Fish-eating trees sound like they’re straight out of science fiction. But they’re a real thing—one that exists right here on Earth. And they show… Video …
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North America’s Lost Parrot
When you picture a parrot, you probably don’t picture Denver, but up until about a century ago, the United States was home to its very …
This Worm’s Gut Has No Way In or Out
There are plenty of creatures out there with only one opening to handle both taking in food and getting rid of waste. But there’s at …
3 Extreme Ways Trees Survive the Winter
Animals have all kinds of adaptations to help them get through winter, from hibernation to boots and hats. But trees have to make it through …
Why Can’t Kids Just Take Smaller Doses of Adult Meds?
You might have noticed that lots of drugs have special children’s formulas, and you might think that’s because smaller people need smaller doses…. Video about …
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6 Microbes Saving the Environment
Ever since humans found out about germs, we’ve gone a bit overboard inventing antibacterial soap and antibiotics and antifungals. But despite our… Video about biology …
What Animal Dominates Earth?
There is a group of animals with more species than any other group, but Earth has such an astonishing variety of life that figuring out …
The Tree of Life Is Messed Up
Taxonomy is a powerful tool, and one that modern biology wouldn’t be able to function without. But trying to shoehorn the messy, complicated web of… …
The Most Incredible Snowfall on Earth Occurs Deep Underwater
Thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute and Monterey Bay Aquarium for partnering with us on this episode of MobileHealthData. All of the amazing… …
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Endometriosis: When Uterine Tissue Goes Rogue
While period cramps are never fun, they can actually be debilitating for those with endometriosis – a disease where rogue uterine tissue turns up in… …
The Only Water on Earth Without Life
When it comes to water on Earth, life finds a way. Even in the hottest, most acidic, and saltiest waters in the world, odds are …
Beyond Identical or Fraternal: 6 Rare Types of Twins
Twins can be a lot more complicated than just identical or fraternal, and the rarer types of twins suggest that we have a lot more …
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Your Head Might Be On Sideways
In your brain the right side controls the left half of your body and vice versa. We still aren’t sure why this is, but some …
Noise Pollution Is a Bigger Deal Than You’d Think
Humans make a lot of noise! Transportation, industries, & how we work and play in natural spaces all have an impact on the sound we …
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Why Can’t You Compost Meat?
Composting becomes more widespread and accessible all the time, keeping millions of tons of food waste from ending up in landfills every year. But… Video …
3 Ridiculous Ways Plants Get Sick
Plants can get sick, but since they don’t walk around sneezing on each other, the things that infect them need some very weird strategies to …
Why Are There So Many Beetles?
Beetles are the most diverse group of complex organisms on Earth, making up over 20% of all named animal species. One in five species on …
Why Do Women Have More Autoimmune Conditions?
Fasthosts Techie Test competition is now closed! Learn more about Fasthosts here: Our immune systems are generally… Video about biology from youtube
Why These 7 Fish Are So U.G.L.Y.
Some fish will never win any beauty pageants, but they still deserve our admiration, respect, and love, especially since their “ugly” traits are… Video about …
Splat! 5 Species that Masquerade as Bird Droppings
It’s tough out there for small animals. Other animals are always trying to eat them, so they have to use tactics like blending in or …
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