Species Spotlight News Articles

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Species Spotlight: Opossums
The Rise for Animals Team, October 23, 2024
Opossums tend to be one of the most misunderstood animals. Here's what we all need to know about these amazing creatures!
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Species Spotlight: Flightless Birds
The Rise for Animals Team, October 10, 2024
Did you know that numerous bird species have evolved not to fly? Learn more!
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Species Spotlight: Cows
The Rise for Animals Team, September 17, 2024
Cows are one of the “most common and well-known farmed animals”, yet most of us know surprisingly little about these gentle, beautiful, complex beings.
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Species Spotlight: Beagles
The Rise for Animals Team, September 6, 2024
It's time to highlight the awesomeness of Beagles — amazing family companions, laboratory survivors, and so much more!
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Species Spotlight: Hummingbirds
The Rise for Animals Team, August 22, 2024
Did you know that only about 15 of the more than 360 known species of hummingbirds are found in the U.S.? Learn more!
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Species Spotlight: Poison Dart Frogs
The Rise for Animals Team, August 7, 2024
Did you know that Poison Dart Frogs are “very attentive parents”, who guard and tend to their young? Learn more.
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Species Spotlight: Ferrets
The Rise for Animals Team, July 25, 2024
Ferrets are remarkable, adorable relatives of wolverines, ermines, minks and weasels, who have become popular companion animals among humans.
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Species Spotlight: Ants
The Rise for Animals Team, July 9, 2024
Did you know that ants save each others’ lives by providing medical care to those in need?
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Species Spotlight: Marmosets
The Rise for Animals Team, June 20, 2024
Marmosets are adorable, complex, fascinating creatures!