Have you wondered why there seems to be a rather large amount of playful squirrels venturing onto your property? Are they becoming pests by invading your bird feeders, nesting in… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 4 days ago
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Have you wondered why there seems to be a rather large amount of playful squirrels venturing onto your property? Are they becoming pests by invading your bird feeders, nesting in… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 4 days ago
A tourist in South Africa was watching a peaceful scene in a game reserve: a baby white rhino with its mother. The baby was nursing while the mother stood calmly… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 4 days ago
This video takes a look at the top 8 animals that are among the most aggressive towards humans. Aggression in this case is defined as behaviors that involve kicking, biting,… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 4 days ago
Grizzly bear mothers are some of the best parents on Earth. They devote themselves entirely to their cubs from birth, fearlessly defending them against any threat imaginable. However, what happens… Read More
By Kellianne Matthews 4 days ago
It's summertime, and both people and sharks are headed to North Carolina to soak up the tropical sun. One great white shark in particular, however, towers over the others en… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 days ago
Countless diseases and life-threatening pests have been eradicated worldwide. When what was once eradicated makes a comeback, though, there is cause for concern both for social and economic reasons. A… Read More
By Jessica Tucker 5 days ago
You've probably heard the saying, "It's raining cats and dogs," but what about sharks? Recently in Myrtle Beach, the forecast apparently called for something a little more toothy. A group… Read More
By Kellianne Matthews 5 days ago
A family vacation in Florida this week almost ended in tragedy after a girl was bitten by a shark. One moment, the waters were calm and pleasant when 9-year-old Leah… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 days ago
Koalas might appear to be all cuddly and sleepy, but these star Australian marsupials are full of interesting surprises. Slightly resembling teddy bears, these marsupials are tree-climbing mammals found typically… Read More
By Arnel Lawrence 5 days ago
Have you ever been so hungry that you don't even bother to chew? That kind of approach is an everyday thing for cormorants, a family of seabirds that dine exclusively… Read More
By Tad Malone 5 days ago
Rabbits, aka bunnies, are instantly recognizable little creatures that many of us have welcomed into our lives as pets. However, there is a lot more to this animal than the… Read More
By Sharon Parry 5 days ago
One trait that sets horses apart from almost all other mammals on Earth is the fact that humans can tame them and ride them. Horses have been ridden for sport,… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 5 days ago
While many people may believe that the terms "ape" and "gorilla" are interchangeable, There are actually some distinct differences between apes and gorillas. Watch this video to learn several key… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 5 days ago
Cicadas have started emerging and are expected to come in swarms in the next few weeks in North Carolina. While some cicadas are annual insects that emerge every year, periodical… Read More
By Sonny Haugen 5 days ago
It’s crayfish season in Louisiana, but the Pacific Northwest is receiving all the crayfish spotlight. Researchers recently discovered two new crayfish species: the Okanagan crayfish and the misfortunate crayfish. Because… Read More
By Rebecca Bales 5 days ago
An incredible new species of gecko has been discovered by researchers in the Cambodian hills. The Kamping Poi bent‑toed gecko is aptly named for its oddly formed toes that curve slightly,… Read More
By Volia Schubiger 5 days ago
It’s common for many people to forget about turkeys for most of the year until Thanksgiving comes around, but the fact is that wild and domesticated turkeys are among the… Read More
By Justin Zipprich 5 days ago
There are around 400,000 species of beetles on Earth, and they are a food source for countless animals. They have had to develop strategies to protect themselves from would-be predators,… Read More
By Sharon Parry 5 days ago
Lion brothers Rey and Simba were rescued from a circus in Ayacucho, a rural town high in the Andes Mountains of Peru. After Peru passed a ban on using wild… Read More
By Kellianne Matthews 5 days ago
It may sound unbelievable, but reindeer eyes change from a blazing gold in the summer to a deep, dark blue in the winter. However, this isn't the kind of color… Read More
By Trina Julian Edwards 5 days ago
The desert might be the most unwelcoming place on the planet, but one animal is built to handle its inhospitable conditions: the camel. Comprised of three extant species, Camelus dromedarius,… Read More
By Tad Malone 6 days ago
Monarch butterflies are amazing butterflies! The monarch butterfly is unique in its two-way migration pattern, traveling both north and south to spend the winter in warmer climates. One of the… Read More
By Sonny Haugen 6 days ago
With approximately 300,000 black bears in the United States, this species is the country’s most abundant bear, and their numbers are only increasing. Having suffered from severe overhunting in the… Read More
By Stephanie Manka 6 days ago
Early settlers saw devils as livestock threats and hunted them until they became protected in 1941. Tasmanian devils (Sarcophilus harrisii) might be small creatures, but their appetite and effect on… Read More
By Arnel Lawrence 6 days ago
Over 500 species of sharks exist in our oceans today, ranging from hammerheads (Sphyrnidae) to tiger sharks (Galeocerdo cuvieri). Sharks can differ in many ways, including diet, size, aggression, habitat,… Read More
By Jessica Lynn 6 days ago
While all animals hold an important place in the animal kingdom, some just rank high among humans for their ultra-coolness and lovableness. Check out this video of animals that almost… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 days ago
Watch our video looking at 10 of the rarest animals in the world, whose very existence is under threat, as each of these animal species is classified as critically endangered. Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 days ago
In October 2019, Airbnb introduced 'Airbnb Animal Experience,' a category that allows guests and visitors to interact with animals and talk with expert hosts. This move highlights a shift toward… Read More
By Sonny Haugen 6 days ago
Lawrence Henrique is being lauded as Jamaica’s 'crocodile guardian' due to his dedication to saving the nation’s American crocodile population. The species has been declining for years, but Henrique is… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 6 days ago
Like humans, dolphins give birth to live young, but rather than a hospital room, they do so while submerged entirely underwater! As you can imagine, this comes with a unique… Read More
By Kellianne Matthews 6 days ago
While predator attacks on pets are rare, as humans continue to encroach on their habitats, these attacks are becoming more common. Wild animals like bobcats, coyotes, foxes, hawks, and owls… Read More
By Kathryn Koehler 6 days ago
We know surprisingly little about the deep ocean or the strange creatures that live there. These unusual animals have evolved without sunlight and survive in complete darkness, resulting in many… Read More
By Kellianne Matthews 6 days ago
People sometimes get creative when trying to rid their homes of unwanted pests. Although wasps are beneficial pollinators, they can be defensive of their nests, and there are times when… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 6 days ago
Pigeon poaching is a topic many outside New York City may not be familiar with. While pigeons live in nearly every city and town across the United States, it is… Read More
By Jessica Tucker 6 days ago
Asian giant hornets (Vespa mandarinia) are the largest social wasp in the world and have been given the dramatic name of ‘murder hornet’ in the media due to their ability… Read More
By Sharon Parry 7 days ago
When it comes to speed, certain animals top the charts as the fastest in the world. Watch the video to discover which animal sprints the fastest, swims the fastest, flies… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 7 days ago
Ever since the epic move "Jaws" hit theaters in the 1970s, great white sharks have become oceanic creatures that evoke high levels of fear in humans. So imagine being one… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 7 days ago
The number of times I have walked into a spider web is pretty comical. At first, I saw them as a nuisance during my forest adventures, but upon a closer… Read More
By Arnel Lawrence 7 days ago
The well-known copperhead is often mistaken for lesser-known species of nonvenomous snakes. One common snake that is sometimes confused with the venomous copperhead is the similar-looking chicken snake (also known… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 7 days ago
An odd species has been discovered under rare circumstances in the depths of the San Antón water mine in Seville province Spain. The tiny isopod crustacean was named the Carmona… Read More
By Nina Phillips 7 days ago
Rabies is a well-known disease that causes fear and concern because once the symptoms start, it is inevitably fatal. The incident shown in this shocking YouTube clip will do nothing… Read More
By Sharon Parry 7 days ago
It’s not every day that scientists discover a new species of octopus, but that is exactly what has happened off the coast of western Australia. During a CSIRO research expedition… Read More
By Patrick Sather 7 days ago
Lions are the most social among the big cats. While other big cat species may hunt together or live in small family groups, lions form lion prides of 15 to… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 7 days ago
When a group of animals as large as buffalo decides to move, it is a good idea to get out of the way! This great footage was captured at Yellowstone… Read More
By Sharon Parry 7 days ago
You may think that you know everything there is to learn about kangaroos. But do you know what they eat, how fast they can hop, or which hand they favor?… Read More
By Justin Zipprich 7 days ago
Mother bears have a lot to teach their cubs before the cubs are ready to go it alone. Black bear cubs stay with their mothers for about 17 months. During… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 7 days ago
Giraffes are known for their long, impressive tongues, but they have a cool set of teeth in their mouths as well. Even though giraffes are huge — they are the… Read More
By Sydni Ellis 1 week ago
It's the largest shark in the world and weighs as much as an F-15 fighter jet, but the whale shark is nothing to be afraid of. Whale sharks are filter… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 week ago
Reptiles, with over 10,000 species worldwide, come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, adapting to diverse habitats. While some, like alligators, can weigh over 1,000 lbs, today's… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 1 week ago
Did you know that there are certain deep sea animals combing the ocean's depths that look more like sci-fi creatures from another planet? Watch this exciting video to discover five… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 1 week ago