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Discover Endangered Creatures that Live in North Carolina
For such a wild and beautiful state, North Carolina is a surprisingly risky place to be a rare animal or…
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8 Morning Habits That Can Make Your Dog Happier All Day
Dogs can surprise us in the best ways, but at the end of the day, they’re creatures of habit. Your…
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The Astonishing Creatures That Can “Resurrect” From Near Death
Spring is a season of rebirth, a time when nature seems to wake up from the dead. Brown lawns flush…
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How a Flesh-Eating Fly can Wipe Out Endangered Wildlife
In 2016, a parasite was discovered in the Florida Keys in the wounds of the endangered key deer. Since wild…
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Why An Endangered Wildcat Turning Up on Cozumel is Worrying Scientists
The arrival of an endangered species in a new territory would usually be a cause for celebration. It may indicate…
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Why Florida Can’t Shake Its Ongoing Invasive Snake Problem
Florida is home to some of the most unique ecosystems in the United States, from the vast wetlands of the…
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How Deforestation Is Reshaping Mosquito-Human Contact
The Atlantic Forest, extending along Brazil’s eastern coast, was once among the most biodiverse ecosystems globally. Currently, only about 24%…
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An Easy Meal: Why Bears Are So Drawn to Garbage
Bears love food; it’s as simple as that. They’ll do everything they can to ensure their next meal, even if…
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Key Areas of North Carolina That are Home to Black Bears
North Carolina supports one of the largest black bear populations in the southeastern United States. These animals can be spotted…
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The Snake Body Can Trick The Air To Stay Up
The idea of a “flying snake” sounds like something out of mythology or science fiction. But in the forests of…
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How One Hunter Is Battling Florida’s Growing Invasive Reptile Crisis
In this video, a Florida man, the “Python Cowboy,” hunts for invasive species. As he points out, “Here in Florida,…
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Newly Identified ‘Lucy’s Hunter’ Was a 15-Foot Crocodile Lurking in Ancient Ethiopia
More than three million years ago, in the area that is now Ethiopia, our early human ancestors lived in a…
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A Lone Wolf Outsmarted Hunters in the Black Forest and Then Vanished
It is not uncommon to see wolves in various parts of Germany. Typically, these wolves are more afraid of people…
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The Sound of This Massive King Penguin Colony Is Almost as Wild as the View
The penguins in this hauntingly beautiful video by wildlife artist and filmmaker Robert E Fuller appear almost sculpted from the…
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First-Ever Surgery Saves Rare Monkey’s Foot and Leads to Surprise Birth Months Later
Surgeries on primates have become more common in recent years. With a better understanding of how anesthesia affects them, veterinarians…
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The Science Behind Animal Calls That Carry Across Oceans and Savannas
From deep growls rolling over savannas to haunting whale songs drifting through the ocean, many species rely on sound to…
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What It Really Means When Your Cat Sleeps on You
When your cat curls up on your chest, legs, or pillow, it can feel like a tiny, purring mystery with…
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How Mosquitoes Find You and Decide to Attack
Mosquito season is almost upon us, which means soon, calamine lotion and bug spray will be part of everyone’s summer…
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How to Identify Early Spring Frogs By Their Unique Calls
Amazing things happen in nature as spring begins. The weather changes, plants and trees begin to flourish, and animals start…
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Why Bears Remember Where You Keep Food For Years
As we emerge from our cozy winter dens, excited about warmer spring weather, so too are bears coming out of…
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Here’s How This Small Madagascar Mammal Uses Spikes to Talk and Defend Itself
Have you ever heard of the lowland streaked tenrec? These mammals are native to the rainforests of Madagascar. Although tiny,…
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This Ancient Crocodile Ran Like A Greyhound Dog
Imagine a crocodile that would rather sprint than swim. It dashes over dry ground on long, slender legs like a…
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Watch an Elephant Confront a Tiger to Protect a Fleeing Wild Dog
The fight for survival is often a fight that is fought alone for the predator and prey. Once the prey…
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Bee and Wasp Season Is Here: 6 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Getting Stung
Spring is in full force, and with it comes the resurgence of many stinging insects. Whether you’re mowing the lawn,…
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Why Hamsters Deflate When They Sleep
Hamsters are super cute, round, and fluffy pets. That is, unless they are flat. Have you noticed that hamsters seem…
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Watch Caribou Let Their Guard Down Just as a Giant Grizzly Bear Sets Its Sights On Them
Many animals avoid grizzly bears when possible, but their reactions depend on the species and the situation. Grizzly bears are…
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What Really Happens When Two Moose Collide?
Moose can be quite aggressive, and people are often advised to keep their distance. Their sheer size is intimidating, and…
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The Virginia Regions Where Bear Activity Is Hard to Ignore
Several members of my family, in different parts of Virginia, have seen bears in their back yard. Some years ago,…
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This Leopard’s Fearless River Crossing Proves Not All Cats Hate Water
At one point or another, you’ve probably heard that all cats hate the water. And you’re envisioning the funny meme…
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Have You Ever Seen a Flying Snake?
Flying snakes are easily one of the scariest-sounding animals out there. Snakes are already frightening with their slithery bodies and…
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Scientists Discover 24 New Deep-Sea Species and an Entirely New “Branch of Life”
Scientists have made an extraordinary discovery in the Pacific’s Clarion-Clipperton Zone. No fewer than 24 new species have been found,…
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Yellowstone Ravens Don’t Always Follow Wolves—They Often Just Remember the Best Buffets
Wolves and ravens have long been closely associated with each other. In Norse mythology, the god Odin sent two ravens,…
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Birding May Boost Your Brain, Acoording to New Study
Getting older comes with its fair share of worries, and for many people, keeping their mind sharp sits near the…
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How Blue Crabs Transform When They Lose Their Hard Exoskeleton
Like all arthropods, crabs must shed their tough exoskeleton to grow to a larger size. The video from the Shape…
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Steve Irwin’s Legacy: How One Zookeeper Changed Our Relationship with Wildlife Forever
Crikey! Nobody loved animals — or inspired such a love of animals in mainstream culture — more than the late…
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1 Million Dollars To Stop 20,000 Bears
After hibernating all winter, bears are waking up this spring, and people could potentially be in danger. In an effort…
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Maryland Is Fighting an Invasive Fish by Putting It on the Menu
Blue catfish may be the new specialty seafood item on menus across Maryland. The species is highly invasive in the…
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The 4 Biggest Mistakes Kids Make Around Dogs, According to an Expert
Children experience dog bites more often than adults, mainly because they move quickly and get close to the animal’s face.…
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Is This Seal Flirting? The Secret Language Behind Its Silly Expressions
It’s easy to assume the seal in this video is flirting or goofing off as it flares its nostrils, sticks…
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A Square Starfish Has People Confused—Here Is What Scientists Say About Its Shape
A square starfish may seem like a contradiction, but such creatures do exist. While it may sound unreal, these strangely…
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Why Some Frogs Breed Fast and Vanish Just as Quickly in Spring
The period from mid-March to mid-April is critical for the lifecycle of most amphibians. Many species of salamanders and frogs…
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How to Tell a Cheetah Apart From a Serval in the Wild
Cheetahs and servals are two spotted African wild cats with a lean, elegant build. But what are the most obvious…
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Watch a Lioness Gently Move Her Tiny Cub to Safety
Life in the wild is harsh for predators like lions, which must find food, defend access to territory and cubs,…
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Shadow Cats: The Elusive Leopards Surviving Against Impossible Odds
Leopards are among the most adaptable big cats on Earth, living across parts of Africa and Asia in habitats that…
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Stop Overpaying for Kibble: How to Beat the $358 Billion Dog Food Trap
The dog food industry is expected to reach $358 billion by 2027. The large number of brands on the market…
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The Maine Woods Where Your Chances of Seeing a Bear Go Way Up
Maine contains one of the most extensive continuous forest systems in the eastern United States. The scenic landscape supports a…
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Two Kangaroos Turn a Quiet Trailer Park Into a Wild Boxing Ring
When a fight breaks out at a trailer park, we probably imagine a rather scandalous scene. It probably involves too…
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Why the World’s Rarest Porpoise May Be Closer Than Ever to Disappearing
In February 2026, the Mexican government announced it was making massive amendments to the protections put in place to save…
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Are We Entering the Homogenocene? The Alarming Trend Making Wildlife More ‘Samey’
Wildlife is all around us, yet sometimes we take it for granted. The world’s wildlife is gradually changing, and many…
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Why the Spotted Lanternfly Needs to Be Stopped This Month Before it Hatches
Spotted lanternflies damage more than 100 types of plants across the country each year. This invasive species was first found…