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Dr. Owen Marsh is the Animals & Creatures editor at Know This Now, where he dives into the bizarre, brilliant, and occasionally terrifying world of the animal kingdom. With a PhD in evolutionary biology and years spent doing fieldwork across four continents, Owen has an endless supply of creature facts that sound made up but aren't. His writing makes wildlife feel as dramatic and strange as it actually is.
How Do Starfish Regrow Their Arms?
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How Do Starfish Regrow Their Arms?

Discover the fascinating process behind how starfish regrow their arms and the biological mechanics that make this possible.
Posted by Owen Marsh June 4, 2026
Why Do Sloths Move So Slowly?
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Why Do Sloths Move So Slowly?

Discover why sloths, the slowest mammals on Earth, move at such a languid pace and how it aids their survival.
Posted by Owen Marsh June 2, 2026
Why Do Frogs Croak So Loudly?
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Why Do Frogs Croak So Loudly?

Explore the astonishing reasons behind the loud croaking of frogs, diving into their fascinating communication methods.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 27, 2026
Why Do Hummingbirds Hover in Place?
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Why Do Hummingbirds Hover in Place?

Discover the fascinating reasons behind hummingbirds' ability to hover in place, a feat that's both remarkable and scientifically intriguing.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 27, 2026
Why Do Crows Seem So Smart?
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Why Do Crows Seem So Smart?

Discover the reasons behind crows' surprising intelligence and learn how these birds solve problems and mimic us.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 25, 2026
Why Do Meerkats Stand Upright?
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Why Do Meerkats Stand Upright?

Explore the fascinating reasons behind meerkats standing on two legs, from spotting predators to communicating with their group.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 25, 2026
How Do Jellyfish Sting Without a Brain?
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How Do Jellyfish Sting Without a Brain?

Discover how jellyfish deliver painful stings without having a brain and the remarkable biology behind their stinging mechanism.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 25, 2026
How Do Electric Eels Generate Electricity?
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How Do Electric Eels Generate Electricity?

Discover how electric eels generate electricity and the fascinating biology behind this shocking ability.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 22, 2026
How Do Dolphins Sleep Without Drowning?
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How Do Dolphins Sleep Without Drowning?

Learn the surprising way dolphins manage to sleep in the water without the risk of drowning.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 21, 2026
How Do Beavers Build Dams?
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How Do Beavers Build Dams?

Explore the fascinating process of beaver dam construction and the impact these ingenious creatures have on their ecosystems.
Posted by Owen Marsh May 20, 2026

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