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Scientists have uncovered the mummified remains of cheetahs from caves in northern Saudi Arabia. The remains range from 130 years old to over 1,800 years ...

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Wits scientists have identified a "microbial watchlist" of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites that could cause cancer.

A deadly fungus that has wiped out hundreds of amphibian species worldwide may have started its global journey in Brazil.

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New research shows South Carolina horseshoe crabs are laying eggs in the salt marsh and those eggs are developing.