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The April 2024 total solar eclipse caused some birds to believe that a new day had arrived, prompting them to burst into song, a new study found.

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Congaree National Park was once one of the least-visited parks on the East Coast, despite its diverse wildlife.

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This time of year consistently stirs anxiety for turkey grower Matt Herdering. Ducks, geese and other migratory birds are starting their trip south for the winter. Along the way, they could land near ...