Since 2016, the California coastline has been plagued by a disturbing phenomenon—scores of decapitated seals discovered on northern beaches. The unsettling discovery prompted scientists at the Noyo Center for Marine Science to embark on an investigation, determined to unravel the mystery surrounding these grisly scenes. Sarah Grimes, a researcher at the Noyo Center, … [Read more...] about Scientists ID mystery killer of decapitated seals found on California beaches since 2016
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The Unlikely Visitor: A Ribbon Seal’s Sojourn on a Washington Beach
Once upon a time, on a secluded beach in Washington state, a curious visitor washed up on the shore. It was a ribbon seal, a rare Arctic species that rarely ventures this far south. The seal was spotted by a local beachgoer, who quickly contacted the authorities to report the unusual sighting. Concerned for the animal's well-being, wildlife officials quickly dispatched a … [Read more...] about The Unlikely Visitor: A Ribbon Seal’s Sojourn on a Washington Beach
To Flee From a Seal’s Wrath, a Penguin Boards a Boat Full of Photographers
One small penguin made the choice to board an Antarctic taxi in search of a secure landing spot. The little animal unexpectedly appears on a boat carrying a group of photographers in an old Vladimir Seliverstov video. Naturally, this led to some great footage of the creature standing at the bow and appearing not particularly enormous but unquestionably in charge before hopping … [Read more...] about To Flee From a Seal’s Wrath, a Penguin Boards a Boat Full of Photographers
Milk Carton Freshness Seals Are Cat’s Favorite Things In The Entire World
"It's to the point where anytime I take the milk out of the fridge, Ollie runs up meowing." Ollie and Zero were adopted as brothers, but their parents have observed some significant contrasts in their personalities as they've grown up. "Zero is clearly the troublemaker," the pair's mother, Callie Samuels, told The Dodo. "He is constantly ready to play, get into mischief, … [Read more...] about Milk Carton Freshness Seals Are Cat’s Favorite Things In The Entire World