Animals

July 20, 2026

Scientists Discover New Monkey Species With Striking Orange Lips in the Congo Basin

Scientists estimate there are about 8.7 million species on Earth, but we’ve only named around 1.2 million of them. That means that there’s still around 6 million to 7.5 million species waiting to be discovered. Recently, one new species was added to the growing list after scientists and conservationists confirmed the existence of a previously unknown—and rather peculiar-looking—colobus monkey species that lives in the dense tropical forests of the Congo Basin.

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July 14, 2026

People Are Loving How This 3-Legged Yellowstone Bison Is Thriving Despite His Disability

There are about 5,300 bison at Yellowstone National Park, making these creatures one of the most iconic animals of this protected area. But out of all of them, one particular bison has caught the attention of park visitors and animal lovers online for his resilience and endurance. Known as Tiny Tim, the animal hops around on only three legs due to one front limb being unusable.

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June 18, 2026

Adorable Duck Sporting a Mexico National Team Jersey Becomes a World Cup Sensation

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway across North America, and while soccer players like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé are already making headlines with their feats on the field, a brand new star is emerging in Mexico. Merlin, a two-year-old duck who lives in Mexico City, has been making waves after being seen waddling around while wearing a Mexico jersey.

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