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New animal news! Meet The Blob

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Naomi

My adventurous search* for animal news may have run into an underwater cavern somewhere around Puerto Rico. Duobrachium sparksae. That’s its scientific name but it’s easier to call it comb jelly or, even easier, The Blob. It isn’t a cousin … Continue reading →

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Animal news: a rat with “noxious spittle” that can kill an elephant

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Naomi

First thing I’m thinking — I, for one, never touch rats. None of ’em. I’ve seen biggies in Central Park. A few have crossed my paths. Yet never have I called out, “Nice ratty, come here, ratty!” And the rats, … Continue reading →

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