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Scientists are trying to change people's minds about sharks

While the box office hit "Jaws" sold a lot of tickets, it also instilled extreme fear in people about sharks. Scientists are working hard to change the narrative about the sea creature.

CBS News

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Why is one Florida beach in particular a hot spot for sharks?

Thousands of migratory sharks pass by the Florida coast twice a year, in addition to multiple species of resident sharks in the water.

AccuWeather

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Prehistoric reptiles could help treat cancer

Asian monitor lizards are a common sight in the Thai capital, Bangkok, thriving on the waste of a mega-city. Many Thais believe they bring bad luck, but scientists think they could be the key to unlocking new cancer treatments.

Al Jazeera

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Shark safety tips for holiday beachgoers

AccuWeather's Leslie Hudson was live from Florida on July 4 with shark safety tips for the holiday weekend.

AccuWeather

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Senegal battles illegal fishing to save endangered marine life

West African nations are meeting in Senegal for a crucial meeting on how to stop illegal fishing and protect marine life. Each year, an estimated $2.3 billion is lost to unreported and unregulated fishing. And fish stocks are vanishing.

Al Jazeera

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Research says sleeping with your dog good for some, bad for others

Couples argue over it; diehards can’t get enough. Letting your dog or cat sleep in your bed may no longer feel like it’s your choice — sometimes the pet wins. CNN’s Randi Kaye found that has positive and negative effects on your well-being.

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Protecting Nigeria’s endangered primates

As Africa’s most populous nation, Nigeria is known more for its vibrant culture and crude oil production than for its wildlife, but it’s also home to some of the continent’s iconic species – including two rare primates that one woman is ...

CNN

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Shark headbutts Florida surfer

A shark went airborne and headbutted a Florida surfer, who identified it as a spinner shark. The surfer was relatively unfazed, surfing for another 45 minutes after the incident and writing on Instagram, "Just another day at the inlet!"

CBS America

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U.S. lifts Mexico cattle ban after screw-worm scare

After a nearly two-month long ban, the US Department of Agriculture has announced the reopening of its southern border to livestock from Mexico. Imports had stopped over concerns of a flesh-eating parasite called screw-worm.

Al Jazeera

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Keeping pets safe during the Fourth of July

It's common for pets to become scared during Fourth of July festivities, which often includes fireworks. Holly Sizemore of Best Friends Animal Society shares how owners can keep their pets calm.

AccuWeather

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Pair of owls become San Francisco celebrities

In San Francisco, family of great-horned owls have joined the ranks of viral bird sensations. Crowds of people have gathered to take photos of their nest.

CBS America

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How does a zoo prepare for a hurricane?

AccuWeather's Leslie Hudson shares how zoos take proper precautions ahead of hurricane season and prepare for potential impacts.

AccuWeather

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Turtles are on the move along the East coast

Up and down the Jersey Shore, as well as in other areas along the coast, turtles are emerging to find safe places to lay their eggs for the summer.

AccuWeather

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Veterinarians warn about dangers of extreme heat for pets

Animal experts say if your pup looks uncomfortable, lethargic, has excessive panting, or vomiting take immediate action.

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Fact-checking claims about the 'panther' on the loose in Bulgaria

Reported sightings of a large, wild feline in Bulgaria have prompted a stream of images, memes and dubious claims online.

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Bears escape enclosure and eat so much honey they pass out

Two rescued brown bears at the Wildwood Trust in Kent, England, escaped their enclosure and ate a week's worth of honey before falling asleep, the park said.

CBS News

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Bulgaria searches for elusive, dangerous black panther near Shumen

The authorities have enforced a state of emergency in the country's north-eastern Shumen region after a video and prints were discovered last week pointing to an escaped predator.

Euronews

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Parliament backs mandatory microchipping of all cats, dogs in the EU

MEPs have voted to make microchipping and registration mandatory for all cats and dogs in the EU to combat illegal trade and improve animal welfare standards.

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Moroccan facility rescues birds of prey, prepares them for the wild

The Bird of Prey Care Centre in Bir Lahmer, Morocco is a specialist rehabilitation unit for raptors and birds of prey and every year takes care of hundreds of sick or injured birds across the country.

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Early summer shark bites prompt beach safety warnings

A 12-year-old girl was bitten off Hilton Head Island just days after a 9-year-old in Florida nearly lost her hand. Scientists are tracking large sharks off the East Coast as beachgoers head into the season.

CBS America

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Costa Rica is the largest exporter of butterflies in the world

Industry experts there say the insects played a small part in the country’s dramatic reforestation, before being recruited to travel to exhibits around the world where the creatures encourage museum visitors to protect the species in the...

CNN

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What to know about cicadas

P.J. Liesch of the University of Wisconsin's Insect Diagnostic Lab joins the AccuWeather Network to provide information about the emergence of cicadas, insects that spend much of their lives buried.

AccuWeather

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Poodle becomes rare addition to lifeguard team in Spain

A poodle named Nilo joined a team of labradors to rescue swimmers on a Spanish beach, according to Reuters.

CNN

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The "magic" of worm grunting

If you are looking for live fishing bait, you could dig up some worms – or, you could use a bizarre trick involving vibrations to conjure earthworms out of the soil. Conor Knighton looks into a little-understood process known as "worm gr...

CBS America

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The dog that won over Steve Hartman's heart

Correspondent Steve Hartman admits that he wasn't eager to become a dog dad, when his wife brought home an Australian Labradoodle. But it wasn't long before Hartman discovered a new role for himself: dog's best friend.

CBS America

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In this Moroccan crocodile park, children learn about the environment

The Crocopark on the outskirts of Agadir is home to crocodiles, turtles and other reptiles. Here, children and adult visitors alike can learn about the human impact of nature.

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Researchers capture elusive squid on camera

Scientists have captured the first-ever footage of the elusive Gonatus antarcticus squid alive in its deep-sea habitat. CNN’s Jeremy Roth describes the rare encounter.

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California ranchers say protected wolves killing their livestock

Conservation efforts have brought the gray wolf back from the edge of extinction. The focus is shifting now from saving the species to managing it -- and the threat it poses to livestock. Carter Evans reports.

CBS America

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Pet hurricane safety tips

Laurie Simmons, founder and CEO of Big Dog Range Rescue, discusses hurricane prep and your pets.

AccuWeather

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Tennessee sheriff’s office airlift escaped zebra to safety

A zebra, that escaped from its owner in Christiana, Tennessee, was captured on Sunday and airlifted to safety by the local sheriff’s office. The animal, named Ed, had been reported missing just a day after he was acquired by its owners i...

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