mammals

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The trust said a phased approach was preferable, with the semi-aquatic mammals released at about 10 suitable sites over several years.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The system behind this process is buried deep in the hypothalamus, an ancient part of the brain shared by all mammals.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

He adds they are important parts of the food chain and support birds, small mammals, fish and other wildlife.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The catastrophic 1969 offshore oil spill in Santa Barbara killed thousands of sea birds and marine mammals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Like Australia/New Guinea, the Americas had originally been full of big mammals.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond