Education
Listen and Find Out Why Giraffes Hum
Giraffes are some of the world’s most recognizable animals. Known primarily for having beautiful spotted patterns, long necks and graceful…
Education
Blog
Reader Mail: This Week’s Top Feedback
We love to hear from our readers. Whether you have a story idea, article feedback or simply want to share…
Education
Match the Animal to Their Footprints
Did you know that every animal has its own unique footprint? Just like people have fingerprints, animals leave footprints behind…
Infographic
This Common Fruit Can Kill Your Dog
Dog owners know that sometimes dogs tend to linger around the kitchen — particularly at mealtime, likely hoping for a…
Video
Sounds of the Wild: Listen to the Tasmanian Devil
Contrary to what Saturday morning cartoons depict, Tasmanian devils aren’t tornado-like in their movements. They are, however, scrappy and aggressive.…
Education
Enjoy This Free Giant Panda Printable
You may have read in our recent news article that the National Zoo in Washington, DC, recently welcomed two new…
News
Giant Pandas Arrive at the National Zoo and More Animal News for November 4
It’s National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week Happy National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! Since 1996, the Humane Society of the United…
Macaw Facts
The Rarest Macaw on Earth Came Back from Extinction … Barely
Macaws are some of the brightest and most colorful birds on Earth. With their bold feathers, loud calls, and powerful…
Dog Facts
Your Dog’s Face Rub Can Mean Love or Pain. Here’s How to Tell.
You’re on the couch, finally settled into your show, when your dog walks over and presses that cold, wet nose…
Animals
Oak Toad
Oak toads are the smallest of the toad species in North America, easily identified by a mid-dorsal, light stripe with…
Animals
Polecat
Polecats are expert hunters that capture and eat rodents, snakes, frogs, and birds. They are very similar in appearance to…
Animals
Lizardfish
The lizardfish family comprises around 57 different species (the most common of which are probably the inshore and brushtooth lizardfish)…
Animals
Potoo
Deep in a Central American rainforest, a ghostly wail pierces the darkness, coming from a creature that disguises itself as…
Animals
Eurasian Wolf
The Eurasian Wolf is also known as the Russian forest wolf or common wolf. This wolf is the largest subspecies…
Animals
Red-Eyed Tree Frog
“Its Species Name Means ‘Beautiful Wood Nymph’” Found in the trees of Central American rainforests, this unignorable frog has become…
Animals
Nilgai
“The largest Asian antelope.” Nilgai means “blue cow” in Hindi and describes the lovely bluish-gray color of the male’s coat.…
Animals
Eastern Barred Bandicoot
“They can cover three feet of ground in a single leap” Eastern barred bandicoots are omnivores with a diet of…
Animals
Parrotfish
These reef fish produce the very sand beneath your feet, change sex on demand, and spin themselves a nightly sleeping…
Animals
Keta Salmon
Call it the keta, chum, dog, or silverbrite salmon, this medium-sized member of the Salmonidae family isn’t as majestic as…
Animals
Insect
Insects are one of the most plentiful and common species in the world. Depending on the resource, it’s believed there…
Animals
Freshwater Eel
It lives its entire adult life in rivers and streams, yet something compels it to make one final, fatal journey…
Animals
Crucian Carp
This freshwater fish can survive being frozen solid, reshape its own body to outwit predators, and outlive most household pets…
Animals
Danio
Danios make a popular choice for aquarium hobbyists due to their hardy nature. Danios come in many types and colors,…
Animals
Freshwater Jellyfish
Many people might be shocked to learn that the tiny, harmless Craspedacusta sowerbyi, a hydromedusan jellyfish, is the most commonly…
Animals
Boxfish
It’s easy to see how a boxfish got its name. Its body is shaped like a small box! These are…
Animals
Nudibranch
The nudibranch is a soft-bodied marine gastropod mollusk, also called a sea slug, that sheds its shell after the larval…
Animals
Ribbon Eel
Born male, capable of switching sexes, and dressed in colors that shift from jet black to vivid blue, this reef-dwelling…
Animals
Spider Ball Python
“The spider ball python is known for having a head wobble.” Adult spider ball pythons are between two and four…
Animals
Ball Python
The ball python is one of the 10 species that are in the genus Python. The genus is made up…
Animals
Mojave Rattlesnake
“The Mojave rattlesnake is the most venomous rattlesnake in the world.” The Mojave rattlesnake, native to deserts of the southwestern…
Animals
Lake Sturgeon
Also called the rock sturgeon, this strange-looking, laid-back, long-lived fish hasn’t changed much since the Pleistocene epoch. Its body sports…
Animals
King Snake
“King Snakes eat other types of snakes.” King snakes can climb trees and swim. They are carnivores eating rodents, birds,…
Animals
Red Tail Boa (common boa)
The red tail boa is sometimes called the Suriname red tail boa, boa constrictor, or common boa. Summary The common…
Animals
Red-Headed Vulture
The bright red head of this bird makes it easy to recognize. While imposing to look at, these birds are…
Animals
Cuban Cockroach
The Cuban cockroach, also known as the green banana cockroach, is an omnivorous scavenger, seeking out sweet and starchy foods.…
Reviews
Furbo Dog Camera Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Furbo was one of the first interactive pet cameras that became popular. It acts a bit like a security camera.…
Reviews
The Best Heated Dog House — Reviewed and Ranked
When the temperature dips, it is important to put on layers of clothing, a puffy down coat, and insulated boots…
Reviews
Star Wars Costumes for Dogs
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…There were dogs who begged their human parents for Halloween costumes…
Reviews
Best Costumes for Large Dogs
With Halloween right around the corner, dog owners are on the hunt for this year’s award-winning costume for their dogs.…
Reviews
Best Costumes for Medium-Sized Dogs
Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year — especially if you have a dog. There are…
Reviews
The Top Dog Costumes: Reviewed
Do you remember how fun it was to dress up for Halloween? There were the obvious scarier choices like a…
Reviews
Best Dog Halloween Costumes
Many dog owners consider October the most wonderful time of the year. Why? Because they can dress their dogs up…
Reviews
The Best Dog Beds
Just like us, our dogs use their beds for sleeping and for relaxing. For a dog their bed can also…
Blog
Jackson Galaxy: He’s the Luckiest Cat (Daddy) in the World
Jackson Galaxy has dedicated his life's work toward saving cats by working with shelters, offering behavioral counseling & his hit…
Animals
American Hairless Terrier
The first American hairless terrier was born into a litter of rat terrier pups. The hairless puppy was given to…
Animals
Springador
The Springador’s parent breed, the Labrador, or Saint John’s Retriever, was nearly taxed out of existence in its home country…
Animals
German Sheprador
Part loyal guardian, part energetic athlete, this Labrador and German Shepherd cross packs a lot of personality into one powerful…
Animals
Spanador
The Spanador is a mix between two different purebred dogs: a Cocker Spaniel (particularly the American Cocker Spaniel) and a…
Animals
Huskador
Breed a Siberian husky with a Labrador retriever, and the result is a Huskador! This dog is known for its…
Animals
Goldador
Born from two of the world's most beloved breeds, this affectionate hybrid wins hearts everywhere it goes, but owning one…