Tests reveal that the heads of these marine mammals act as antennas for the songs of fellow whales
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Mysterious twisted squid baffles scientists

Listen to researchers delight in seeing the curled-up creature in this video


CONTEST: Earth-friendly gadgets for Earth Day

Plus, celebrate our unique world with a remarkable video that uses Google Earth images to show us what human civilization looks like from above


Project Planet: What makes Earth home?

Is our planet really one-of-a-kind? We take a look at the things that might make that true.


Puffins have fluorescent beaks (and we’re in love!)

English scientist makes the accidental discovery—gets backed up by others in New Brunswick


Project Planet: Can we stop the ice caps from melting?

We often hear that melting polar ice is affecting sea levels around the world. Is there a way to turn the tide? We ask polar scientist Jill Rajewicz about this problem and how we can help.