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By Peter Wortsman, art by Aurélie Bernard WortsmanTurtle PointMy introduction to the delightful and expanding world of ...

All linked stories were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists. Unique creatures, odd animals and new species are discovered across the planet. Some are found lurking in remote ...