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August 22, 2016

No, the Seafloor Didn’t Grow Hair. Those Are Eels

Some things just aren't supposed to have hair. Patrick Stewart, for instance, or hairless chihuahuas. And definitely not the ocean floor. The post No, the Seafloor Didn't Grow Hair. Those Are Eels appeared first on WIRED.

August 17, 2016

The Succulent Science of Pressure Cooking

If you do it right, pressure is a great way to prepare food with incredible speed. Why? Because physics, that’s why. The post The Succulent Science of Pressure Cooking appeared first on WIRED.

August 15, 2016

Dolphins Think They Belong in Rivers Now

Unlike other dolphins, the river dolphin of the Amazon can turn its head, which is something to brag about. The post Dolphins Think They Belong in Rivers Now appeared first on WIRED.

August 14, 2016

To Save an Endangered Fox, Humans Turned Its Home Into a War Zone

Santa Cruz Island is just one battleground in a larger war, as humans grapple with the threat of invaders—including themselves. The post To Save an Endangered Fox, Humans Turned Its Home Into a War Zone appeared first on WIRED.

August 11, 2016

The Adorable Island Fox Is Back—But Saving It Meant Going to War

This is the story of the little fox that came back from oblivion, and the people who have dedicated their lives to protecting it at all costs. The post The Adorable Island Fox Is Back—But Saving It Meant Going to War appeared first on WIRED.

August 8, 2016

A Troubling Snag in the Comeback of the California Condor

An appetite for marine mammal flesh may further threaten the beleaguered California condor. The post A Troubling Snag in the Comeback of the California Condor appeared first on WIRED.

August 8, 2016

This Rodent of Unusual Size Will Not Assault You. I Promise

The agouti of Central and South America may be a rodent of unusual size, growing to two feet long, but don't even trip. The post This Rodent of Unusual Size Will Not Assault You. I Promise appeared first on WIRED.

August 3, 2016

Hey Sorry Everyone But You Should Probably Keep Flossing

While it’s true that evidence showing flossing improves dental health is lacking, you should probably keep doing it. The post Hey Sorry Everyone But You Should Probably Keep Flossing appeared first on WIRED.

August 2, 2016

Use This Fancy Foam for Cooking, Not for Dance Parties

Making your own culinary foam is delicious and scientific. The post Use This Fancy Foam for Cooking, Not for Dance Parties appeared first on WIRED.

August 1, 2016

The Sea Pig Has Tentacles for a Face and Balloons for Feet

May I introduce you to the sea pig, a bizarre type of sea cucumber with tentacles for a face and long clown balloons for feet. The post The Sea Pig Has Tentacles for a Face and Balloons for Feet appeared first on WIRED.