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Genetic analysis has confirmed a new species of worm that thrives in a toxic sulfur cave and may not be found anywhere else on Earth. These tiny worms could even offer clues to the kinds of life that might be found on other planets.

 

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Entomologist Justin Schmidt collects and studies a variety of stinging insects to discover the potential medical benefits of their venom. He believes the venom could be used to treat chronic pain and arthritis in humans.

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See inside a "Squirrel Hospital” where injured and orphaned squirrels from all walks of life are fed, cared for, and eventually released back into the wild.

A museum in Denver, Colorado studies the remains of animals killed in vehicle collisions and other encounters with modern life. By preserving and studying the specimens, researchers are hoping for a better understanding of how well wild animals are coping with their changing habitats.

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Laying underneath large piles of bison poop in the plains of Colorado are some of the most beautiful insects that you may ever see. Rainbow scarabs play an important role as recyclers of animal excrement in the Great Plains ecosystem.

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Meet one of the world’s foremost authorities on creating hyper-realistic masks that could easily pass for the real thing. His surreal and nightmarish creations cover a whole range of celebrities and politicians, including the ever-popular viral sensation “Crying Baby.”