If You See A Raccoon Doing This…Go Inside And Call Animal Control

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You don’t hear about many people passing away from rabies in the U.S. but that’s because most Americans know the warning signs. But amazingly, more than 160 people die each day from the disease worldwide. Typically, the viral infection is spread from one wild animal to another by bites or scratches. Animals suffering from rabies […]

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This Unconventional Animal Rescue Story Is Equal Parts Creepy And Emotional

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Most of the rescue stories we share here on ViralNova are focused on dogs, cats, and the occasional barn animal. But what about tarantulas? Sure, they’re pretty creepy up close, but even they can get into trouble every now and then, and their humans get just as upset as dog and cat owners! People who […]

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These 27 Animals Know Exactly What Makes Them Beautiful. And They Flaunt It.

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If the animal kingdom had its own version of Facebook, these adorable animals would never have to worry about un-tagging any unflattering photos. The natural beauties were clearly born to be in front of a camera! Somehow, they’re naturally photogenic (and way more than I’ll ever be). I hope your confidence isn’t easily shaken…  1.) This divine […]

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These Gorgeous Animals Will Help You Appreciate The Natural Beauty Of Fall.

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Autumn is about more than pumpkin spice lattes, scarves, and sweaters. While we get carried away with all of those things it can be easy to forget that the true beauty of the season is in nature, not a mall. These photographs of animals basking in the fall foliage will fill you with more heartwarming […]

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Not All Caterpillars Are Friendly…Some Are Downright Terrifying

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When it comes to the cutest, cuddliest members of the insect kingdom, which species do you think of? If you’ve seen Pixar’s A Bug’s Life, then you probably think of caterpillars. Sure, they’re still bugs, but they’re undeniably adorable. That being said, allow me to burst your bubble for a moment. There’s a caterpillar out […]

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If You’re Going To Use A GoPro, Don’t Be As Stupid About It As These People

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The hottest piece of technology these days for people who love making videos is clearly the GoPro camera. This tiny device shoots in full HD and can take quite a beating. Just throw “GoPro videos” into the search bar on YouTube and you’ll come up with thousands and thousands of hits. Those who have GoPros […]

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This Is What It’s Like When A Whale Watch Gets A Little Too Real…That Was Close

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Whales are some of the most majestic and often gentle creatures in the ocean. That’s why going on a tour to spot them can be such an amazing experience. However, if you get too close to them, things can get pretty harrowing…and fast. Take what happened to these kayakers in British Columbia, Canada. googletag.cmd.push(function() { […]

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This Gorgeous Beach Scene Seemed Totally Normal Until They Saw Something Weird

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Cabo is a gorgeous getaway that attracts thousands of tourists each year, but one spectator on the shore took in a strange sight back in 2011. And it certainly wasn’t a picturesque sunset. While filming, a traveler noticed that the water seemed uncharacteristically choppy. After a few seconds, they realized that something bizarre was afoot. […]

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Looking For A Reason To Cancel That Beach Vacation? Well, Here Are 12

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Have you ever thought about how much fear people associate with the ocean? Between the sheer power of water and the many creatures that lurk in the depths, there’s always something frightening afoot in the seas that cover so much of our planet. And most people will tell you that sharks top the terrifying list. […]

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