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Why Declawing Cats Is Now Banned in California
Veterinarians are now banned from declawing cats in California except in cases where it is medically necessary. This October, Gov.…
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A Wildlife Adventure Awaits at Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio
Hocking Hills State Park is a popular place to visit in every season. Located in southeast Ohio, U.S. News and…
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Male vs. Female Cottonmouth Snakes: Who Would Win and Why?
Cottonmouths (Agkistrodon piscivorus), also known as water moccasins, live in freshwater habitats across the southeastern U.S. They are semi-aquatic, venomous…
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Creatures That Roam American Samoa National Park
The American Samoa National Park is a unique tropical park located in the South Pacific, about 2,600 miles southwest of…
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Powerful Bushshrike Takes on a Deadly Boomslang Snake
A surprising video comes to us from the YouTube channel, Latest Sightings. In the video, a bird is seen attacking…
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Discover the Diverse Wildlife of South Carolina’s Hunting Island State Park
Hunting Island State Park is a 5,000-acre secluded barrier island in Beaufort, South Carolina. The entire island has been designated…
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Ant Hill vs. Termite Mound: Which Insect Built It?
Humans aren’t the only ones with impressive architectural abilities. Both ants and termites have exceptional building skills, with each insect…
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The World’s Deadliest Snail Can Kill a Human in Hours
It’s known as the geographer cone, the geography cone, or the geographic cone, and it’s the world’s most venomous of…
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Wildlife You Can Spot in Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located in southeastern New Mexico, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its 119 caves.…
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Beaver Dam vs. Muskrat Lodge: Which Structure Is in Your Pond?
Beavers are famous for their sturdy, well-built dams and lodges, which provide shelter and protect their food supply over winter.…
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The Tiny Tick Behind a Big Health Crisis: What to Know About Lyme Disease
The CDC estimates that around 476,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease each year. This…
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What’s a Golden Retriever Puppy’s Favorite TV Show?
Who knew that puppies enjoyed watching kids’ TV as much as children? This group of golden retriever puppies stops their…
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Meet the Wildlife of Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park is one of Utah’s “Mighty Five” national parks. This remote park is less well-known and receives…
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Discover the Most Stunning Live Bird Cams Across the World
You don’t have to travel to South Africa to see African grey hornbills and green wood hoopoes in action. From…
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Do Hippos Really Need Their Teeth Brushed?
Have you ever seen a hippo get its teeth brushed? This video from CGTN Español shows how a zookeeper cleans…
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How to Tell If Your Pet Lizard Is Stressed Out
It can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience to keep a lizard as a pet. However, these little creatures require…
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Why Scientists are Tagging Hummingbirds at This Tennessee Recreation Area
The ruby-throated hummingbird weighs about the same as a single raspberry. It can beat its wings about 60 to 80…
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The Central Flyway Migration Pattern of Warblers This Fall
Birds across North America follow regular routes for their annual migrations. In North America, there are four “avian superhighways.” These…
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A Guide to Every Rhino Species in the World
Every year on September 22nd, the world celebrates the remarkable rhino. World Rhino Day has been an important day of…
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Donkey vs. Mule: What’s the Difference?
Donkeys and mules are related, but they are not the same species. Donkeys are members of the same family as…
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The Most Fascinating Facts About Frilled Sharks
Sharks have existed for longer than dinosaurs walked on Earth. Although modern-day sharks have evolved in appearance and behavior, there…
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Wild Animals That Call the John Muir Trail Home
This iconic American trail takes hikers over 200 miles through some of California’s most beautiful and remote country. The John…
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Service Dog Trainer Shares What They Wish the Public Knew About these Animals
From the time the first friendly wolves lingered near human campfires tens of thousands of years ago, dogs and people…
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All About Euoplocephalus, the Dino with Spikes and a Clubbed Tail
Euoplocephalus was a plant-eating dinosaur with heavy body armour and a clubbed tail. Although Euoplocephalus walked the Earth at the…
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The World’s First Search and Rescue Otter
When you think of a search and rescue animal, most people’s thoughts turn to dogs. Dogs have proven themselves to…
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The Brainless, Big-Mouthed Jellyfish That Looks Like a Floating Disco Ball
Although they look similar to jellyfish and share some common features, comb jellies are not really jellyfish. They aren’t even…
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The World’s Tiniest Predators Are Small But Mighty
What do you think of when you think of deadly predators? You might imagine a lion stalking its prey at…
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These U.S. Birds Have the Largest Wingspans
Some of the largest birds in the U.S. have the most impressive wingspans. With wingspans ranging from nearly 6 feet…
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How Scientists Counted 41,000 Giant River Turtles in the Amazon
A new process for counting animals not only provided researchers with more information about the endangered giant South American river…
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The World’s Biggest Spiders Will Blow Your Mind
Spiders are incredibly diverse and fascinating creatures. Without spiders, our world would be overrun with biting flies, buzzing mosquitoes, and…
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The Secret Lives of Ground Beetles in Your Backyard
Their work goes on beneath our feet. As we step across our yards, you may not see them, but ground…
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The Largest Spiders You’ll Find in Michigan
Michigan is home to over 500 different species of spiders. Of the spiders found in Michigan, only the northern black…
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Scientists Discover Female Gorillas Prefer Groups With Old Friends
When you find yourself in a crowd of strangers, it’s always nice to spot a familiar face. Scientists have found…
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How the Blue Iguana Was Saved from the Brink of Extinction
In 2002, there were fewer than 25 individual blue dragons, or blue iguanas, left in the wild. Thanks to conservation…
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How to Stop Emerald Ash Borers Before It’s Too Late
Emerald ash borers, also known as EAB, are an invasive beetle native to northeast Asia. These wood-boring insects have been…
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This Newly Discovered Tarantula is Half the Size of a Paperclip
Although we know of over 1.2 million species of plants and animals, scientists believe there are many more yet to…
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Why Alligators are Congregating at This Southern Boat Ramp
A strange gathering occurred recently at the Stephen C. Foster State Park near the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia. Around 300…
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Here’s Where You’re Like to See Tarantulas in Texas Over the Next Few Months
Texas is home to 14 different species of tarantula. One of the most common tarantulas you’re likely to spot in…
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How Mite vs. Mite Saves This Popular Fruit
Twospotted spider mites are a tiny pest that can cause big damage to strawberry plants. Farmers may combat them by…
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See What Happens When the King of the Jungle Gets Annoyed with a Group of Hyenas
Hyenas are opportunistic feeders and will attempt to steal another animal’s kill if they think they have a chance. In…
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This Tiny Insect Spins Silk Without Being a Spider
Not everything that spins a web is a spider. If you find delicate webs that are intricately spun underneath a…
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St. Bernard vs. Bernese Mountain Dog: What’s the Difference?
If you’re looking for a large, family dog that’s full of affection, you can’t go wrong with either a Saint…
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Heartbreaking Video Shows the Grim Reality of Poaching as Baby Rhino Mourns Its Dead Mother
We are sharing with you today perhaps the saddest wildlife video we’ve uncovered. In a YouTube video from The Telegraph,…
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Jacksonville Zoo Ships Thousands of Rare Toad Tadpoles to Puerto Rico
The Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens is doing its part to help prevent a critically endangered amphibian from going extinct. The…
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These Are the Fastest Animals You’ll Find in the United States
The fastest a human has ever been recorded running was Usain Bolt in the 2009 Olympics. Bolt ran the 100-meter…
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This Polar Bear is Willing To Walk Long Distances To Get His Food
Many species around the world are affected by climate change, but the polar bear is perhaps the most visible representation…
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Introducing: the Rare Blanket Octopus
This remarkable sea creature resembles the softest, rainbow-colored blanket gently floating through the deep ocean. A video from USA Today…
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Tennessee’s Beautiful Red Birds and Where to Find Them
A bright red bird is one of the most eye-catching wonders of nature. Beyond their beauty, there is a reason…
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Florida Otters Stand Their Ground Against Alligator
You might think river otters would be deathly afraid of alligators. After all, alligators do prey on otters. However, would…
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It’s a Lonesome Life for an Arctic Fox
The hardy Arctic fox spends its winters hunting alone across the frigid landscape. But these little foxes mate for life,…