Does a Photograph Show a Real Giant Manta Ray?
23 April 2018 A photograph showing a giant manta ray caught in 1933 features the work of a taxidermist.
Critter Country
Pity the poor animal — rarely does anything good happen to him in the realm of urban legends. If he isn’t the object of some unfortunate mishap, he’s being treated cruelly, causing a calamity, being unceremoniously disposed of, or forming the main course of someone’s meal. And when the animal’s turn to be the star of the story comes, it’s usually because he’s attacked some unsuspecting human being. Since we like to provide our readers with all the creature comforts of home, we’ve given our friendly critters their due and included a fair share of tales that highlight the lighter side of the animal kingdom as well.
Is Tilapia a Boneless, Skinless ‘Mutant’ Fish that Is Unsafe to Eat?
12 April 2018 An evidence-free Internet meme says that tilapia, one of the most popular freshwater fish consumed in the United States, is "killing our families."
Did a Sperm Whale Die After Swallowing 64 Pounds of Plastic Debris?
12 April 2018 A photograph of an art installation is frequently attached to genuine reports about a dead whale's washing ashore with trash and debris in its stomach.
Did President Donald Trump Appoint the Man Who Killed Cecil the Lion to a Wildlife Conservation Council?
21 March 2018 Vague headlines and a tenuous connection led to rumors that American dentist and trophy hunter Walter Palmer was named to a newly-formed wildlife conservation council.
Does Blue Buffalo Dog Food Contain Toxic Levels of Lead?
19 March 2018 One man in California alleged he independently found lead in Blue Buffalo dog food, a claim that led to rumors about recalls and widespread harm.
Were Cats Used as Prizes in Arcade Claw Machines?
9 February 2018 The nature of a video posted to Chinese social media is unclear, but it may have been staged for an advertisement.
Did Spirit Airlines Tell a Customer to Flush Her Hamster Down the Toilet?
9 February 2018 A Spirit customer claims that a Spirit employee told her to either flush her pet or set it free, a charge the airline denies.
Did a Study Show That Dogs Exhibit Jealousy?
6 February 2018 A popular meme showing a dog looking resentful as his owner poses with a significant other is based on a 2014 study suggesting dogs can behave jealously.
Did an Eagles Fan Steal an Ostrich from the Zoo During Super Bowl Chaos?
5 February 2018 As Philadelphians destroyed their city in celebration, a ridiculous rumor took hold on social media.
Is This a Rat Showering Like a Person?
30 January 2018 A seemingly innocuous video shows neither a rat nor a shower.
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