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Both big and small, on land and at sea, the animals are all enjoying the bright orange pumpkins that don doorsteps throughout October.

This menagerie of animals that start with U will surprise and delight you. We’ve rounded up facts, photos, and details on these unique beasts, many of which live in exotic locations across the globe.

Red panda Moshu among carved pumpkins for October. (Oregon Zoo / photo by Michael Durham) Red panda Moshu among carved pumpkins for October. (Oregon Zoo / photo by Michael Durham) Red panda Moshu ...

Just in time for the celebration, zoo staff have surprised various animals with a Halloween snack. The event is set to take place this weekend Saturday, Oct. 19, and Sunday, Oct. 20 and will ...

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From spines on neurons to pollen on an insect’s eye, the winners of Nikon’s Small World photo contest offer a kaleidoscopic glimpse into a tiny world. These water fleas (Daphnia sp.) ...