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Six Animals Show Off Their Winter Coats

Cold-climate creatures need to adapt as the temperatures drop if they want to survive the season. Frequently, the animals will add layers; an undercoat of fur can make all the difference in the biting cold. A few animals change color as well. Sometimes that’s to keep them warm. Other times, it’s to keep them hidden

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Dogs Help Human Track Down Poachers

Tracker dogs, those who are trained to follow a scent, have a big job in Tanzania. At Tarangire National Park, the dogs are on duty, helping humans find poachers.

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