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If You Eat Cows, Why Not Golden Retrievers, Too?
Ever wondered why you jump at a turkey burger but not a swan sandwich? It's carnism. Psychologist Melanie Joy explains.
Culture
Does Hunting Actually Contribute to Deer Overpopulation?
An animal rights group pushes back at the idea that hunting is the only way to regulate the nation's deer herds.
Culture
The Violent Consequences of Calling Obama a Monkey
Why a "little joke" is far more sinister than people think.
GoDaddy.com CEO's Graphic Elephant Slaughter Video Causes an Uproar
Bob Parsons says he's helping out Zimbabwe by killing elephants in the middle of the night. Commenters on his video disagree.
Culture
Intermission: A Man's Last Minutes With His Best Friend
A touching six-minute film about a man's best friend.
Culture
People Are Awesome: Look at Hundreds of Volunteers Help Hydrate Beached Whales
When dozens of whales ended up stranded in New Zealand—twice—hundreds of volunteers came to their rescue.
Environment
In a World in Which the Lorax Sells SUVs, Our 5 Favorite Environmental Books for Kids
With nature disappearing from children's books and the Lorax endorsing a SUV, we've selected bedtime stories with an environmental bent.
Environment
Intermission: Witnessing a "Murmuration"
Two lucky gals get front row seats to one of nature's greatest shows.
Culture
Intermission: The Best Video of Mariachis Serenading a Whale You'll Ever See
If you look closely, you can almost see the whale smiling.
Environment
Nature Goes Missing from Kids' Picture Books
Children’s books with environmental messages have always been rare, but a new study shows fewer than ever include any images of nature.
Lifestyle
Why Foie Gras is Not Unethical
The folks over at Serious Eats visit a foie gras producer in New York to explore the ethical issues of foie gras production.
News
Intermission: No Bears There
When a bear meets his first existential crisis.
News
Intermission: A Baby Sloth in a Starry Blue Onesie
Brace yourself for a high dosage of cute overload.
Environment
Galapagos Oddities Worth Saving (Slide Show)
Treehugger has a great slideslow up on the the wildlife of the Galapagos Islands, the famed spot where Darwin developed his theory of natural...
Culture
The Stupidest Dog Leash in the World
An accessory for the dog owner who wants to look like they're killing their dog.
News
Intermission: Rescued Beagles Touch Grass for the First Time
Nine adorable beagles are rescued from a laboratory and get their first taste of the natural world.
Environment
The 'Map of Life' Will Track Every Plant and Animal on the Entire Planet
"Imagine you had the world's most amazing field guide."
News
Intermission: Missing Dog Swims to Find Help
The only happy part of a very sad story.
