Some creatures are dimensional travelers. Whether it be squirrels flying through the air or big cats gliding gracefully through deep water, not everyone sticks to one environment. Take the mudskipper… Read More
By Tad Malone 9 hours ago
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The jungle is full of sounds. Due to humid temperatures, life thrives in these thick ecosystems, and so do the sounds those creatures emit. A walk through any jungle environment… Read More
By Tad Malone 1 day ago
Lions are often called the "king of the jungle." While they only contribute to around 10% of the pride's hunts, lions protect the pride and guard its territory, thus being… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 days ago
Let's say you're on safari in Southern Africa. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so you soak in the sights, traipsing through the sandy shores of Namibia. It's beautiful, even epic, but… Read More
By Tad Malone 1 week ago
People escaping cold weather by heading south is a time-honored tradition on the eastern seaboard. Hummingbirds are no different. They head for greener pastures until the weather warms and they… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 weeks ago
It's hard to predict which animals will transform like butterflies upon reaching adulthood. Some animals, like horses or antelopes, come out of the womb looking like miniature versions of their… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 weeks ago
Camouflage takes many forms in the natural world. Some animals are born with skin or coats that blend in naturally with their environment. Some Old World lizards like the chameleon… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 weeks ago
There's safety, even power, in numbers. One creature's confrontation with the world seems insurmountable, almost impossible, but an army of those little creatures can move mountains. And no creature exemplifies… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 weeks ago
If you've ever been out in the New Zealand wilderness, you might have heard a distinctive, low-frequency tone. It sounds less like an animal than the kick on an electronic… Read More
By Tad Malone 1 month ago
The wilderness provides some interesting sounds. At night, these sounds take on stranger dimensions: cooing, cawing, chimp-like bellowing, and cackling, all emerging from the foliage without providing any sense of… Read More
By Tad Malone 1 month ago
Nature is full of beauty and verdant wonder, but there's a darker side. Just beyond the edge of the environment's allure sits violence. Nature seems to love a good fight,… Read More
By Tad Malone 1 month ago
You know the feeling. It's getting close to bedtime, you get sleepy, and you start yawning automatically. You may even find yourself yawning in the middle of the day in… Read More
By Tad Malone 1 month ago
In the sand surrounding coral reefs, the giant clam reigns supreme; they are massive, multi-colored, and statuesque. As the largest living bivalve mollusk, the giant clam acts as a lynchpin… Read More
By Tad Malone 2 months ago
Butts are everywhere, but there's something about animal behinds that drive people nuts. Be it their odd, anachronistic look or just a human tendency to anthropomorphize any creature, animals often… Read More
By Tad Malone 2 months ago
Snails are marvelous but unassuming little creatures. As shelled members of the taxonomic class Gastropods within the phylum Mollusca, snails are found on both land and in the sea. Typically,… Read More
By Tad Malone 2 months ago
No bird of prey strikes fear into small animals quite like buzzards. They are large, cunning, and resourceful. While this classification extends to a wide selection of species, Australia's Black-Breasted… Read More
By Tad Malone 2 months ago
There are not many animals keener than foxes. They are nimble, patient, and use impressive stealth tactics to hunt prey. Though foxes typically live 3-4 years in the wild, they… Read More
By Tad Malone 2 months ago
Behold, a pale horse. Well, not quite, but it's close enough. Seeing an all-white deer is almost as rare as seeing a unicorn. Witnessing them in their full form is… Read More
By Tad Malone 2 months ago
No animal has propelled humans into the modern world quite like horses. First domesticated in around 3500 BCE, horses have spread across the globe and, in the process, helped the… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
You've probably seen it on television before. A large animal like a buffalo allows smaller animals like birds to pick through their fur while remaining unbothered. It may seem strange,… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Even if they share space, cats and dogs do not always share the same feelings for each other. The relationship between these separate species can be one of rivalry, antagonism,… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
No one can deny that dogs are social creatures. They are cuddly, cute, and gregarious, but these attributes require a connection. Like many other animals, dogs form familial bonds with… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Who doesn't love puppies? They're adorable, they smell so sweet, and they generally bring joy to all they encounter. The path leading up to their birth, however, can be overwhelming… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Whatever they are doing, bees take their jobs seriously, be it pollinating plants or nursing their young. They protect their homes, too, with dramatic tactics like producing shimmering waves to… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Besides elephants and rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses are the largest living land animal. Though they resemble giant pigs, their closest relatives are cetaceans like whales and porpoises. Hippos are characterized by large,… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Dogs may not discriminate regarding food, but they sure can be picky about where they lie down. If you have a dog, you've probably seen it yourself. They find a… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
You can try talking to your dog about the birds and the bees, but it's unlikely they will understand. It's up to you to be aware that a non-spayed female… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Much like humans, dogs crave stimulation and activity. Most dogs were originally bred with specific jobs in mind, be it herding sheep, hunting small vermin, or guarding human communities. As… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Even the happiest pup can get the blues. Dogs may be a separate species, but they still experience emotions. These emotions may be different from the human variety, but a… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Polar bears are one of the most majestic, yet fearsome animals on the planet. The largest living species of bear and the largest land carnivore, the polar bear is closely… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
At this very moment, fires rage in Los Angeles. It's the worst in the region's history. So far, it's killed more than two dozen people, destroyed 12,000 structures, and left… Read More
By Tad Malone 3 months ago
Any dog owner knows that their furry companions can exhibit some peculiar behavior. Dogs have big and unique personalities that express themselves through sometimes strange actions. Be it sleeping in… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
Veterinary medicine is an essential industry. There are billions of animals on the planet and all of them need proper attention, care, and treatment. When people think of veterinarians, though,… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
In the animal kingdom, creatures that rely on four legs to move around (called quadrupeds) exhibit some interesting behavior. During key moments, quadrupeds stand up on their hind legs and… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
Domestic cats are peculiar creatures. Adorable but deadly, they act as lovable companions in the home and as a scourge to vermin and bird populations in the yard. They are… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
Life is all about establishing relationships, and that holds true for wildlife conservation, too. There are a lot of animal organizations out there doing important work. The connection between these… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
Many animals engage in elaborate mating rituals. For flight-ready birds, these often involve complex dance moves and peacock-like displays of grandeur. For their land-bound cousins, like the Adélie penguin, mating… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
Dogs are some of our oldest living companions, but they are not without their quirks. Be it funny faces, contortionist-like sleeping positions, or moments of energetic mania, dogs have character… Read More
By Tad Malone 4 months ago
The Australian Outback is one of the hottest places on earth. In the summertime, daytime temperatures hover between 95-105°F. Night time is slightly cooler, but not much, as temperatures average… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 months ago
I often wonder if I could love anything as much as a dog loves food. They show a particular zeal for any type of treat, be it meat, grains, or… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 months ago
It's the unsung heroes that often have the hardest times. Some of these unsung heroes are veterinarians and others who work in the veterinary medical community. They are two to… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 months ago
According to leading scientists and experts, Earth is entering its 6th Mass Extinction Event — and it's our fault. Humans have proliferated across the planet, polluting and radically altering the… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 months ago
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