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  • America: Butterfly emerging from its cocoon. Monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) migrate to... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    America: Butterfly emerging from its cocoon. Monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) migrate to warmer climates and due to their short life cycle, they rely on a hormone to suspend its life in a state of youth – until it arrives at its destination. This image is from Moody Beasts.
    Wild Thing Media/Content Mint
  • Portsmouth, UK: Landing Craft at Portsmouth Naval Base. This image is from Drain the Ocean: WWII. [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    Portsmouth, UK: Landing Craft at Portsmouth Naval Base. This image is from Drain the Ocean: WWII.
    National Geographic Channels/ Mike Craven-Todd
  • A baby elephant's brain is roughly one third the size of an adult's, and they depend on family... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    A baby elephant's brain is roughly one third the size of an adult's, and they depend on family members to learn the skills needed for survival. This image is from Mind of a Giant.
    Vulcan Productions/Tom Barton-Humphreys
  • Scotland: This landmark series gives a beautiful portrait of life in the Scottish Highlands,... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    Scotland: This landmark series gives a beautiful portrait of life in the Scottish Highlands, following the wildlife and people of Scotland's Wild Heart. This image is from Wild Scotland: Highlands.
    Maramedia Limited 2016
  • Australia: A close shot of a rattle snake (crotalus) and jointed rattles on the tail. During a... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    Australia: A close shot of a rattle snake (crotalus) and jointed rattles on the tail. During a stressful situation, the snake's corticosterone levels (stress hormone) elevate resulting in a reductions in testosterone. This can lead to a reduction in aggressive behaviour. The rattle snake will rattle his tail when threatened and scare away any possible danger. This image is from Moody Beasts.
    Wild Thing Media/Gary Steer
  • The search for food is a constant motivator for elephants, who need to eat up to 300 kilos of... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    The search for food is a constant motivator for elephants, who need to eat up to 300 kilos of food a day. This image is from Mind of a Giant.
    Vulcan Productions/Kate Bradbury
  • Bahamas: Shark victim Jane Engle sits on the beach where she was attacked. This image is from... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    Bahamas: Shark victim Jane Engle sits on the beach where she was attacked. This image is from When Sharks Attack.
    National Geographic Channels/Dane Lawing
  • Scotland: This landmark series gives a beautiful portrait of life in the Scottish Highlands,... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    Scotland: This landmark series gives a beautiful portrait of life in the Scottish Highlands, following the wildlife and people of Scotland's Wild Heart. This image is from Wild Scotland: Highlands.
    Maramedia Limited 2016
  • Bahamas: Nurse Shark swims directly at the camera, underwater. This image is from Mega Hammerhead. [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    Bahamas: Nurse Shark swims directly at the camera, underwater. This image is from Mega Hammerhead.
    National Geographic Channels/Dr. Neil Hammerschlag
  • A blind baby monkey struggles for survival in the snowy rugged mountains of China. This image is... [Photo of the day - August 2016]
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    A blind baby monkey struggles for survival in the snowy rugged mountains of China. This image is from The Blind Monkey.
    LIC China