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Why One New Hampshire Predator Has Scientists Stunned
A young fisher set out from Durham, New Hampshire on what should have been a routine search for new territory,…
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Early Risers: Why You Might Hear the 17-Year Cicadas Four Years Early
As a kid growing up in Virginia, I have vivid memories of the 17-year cicadas. They were enormous, dangerous-looking insects—1.5…
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Would You Pay Fifty Thousand Dollars to Clone Your Dog? Here’s How It Works
Losing a beloved furry family member is the hardest part of being a pet owner. Inevitably, man’s best friend doesn’t…
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Farriers and Equine Veterinarians: The Two Experts Every Horse Owner Needs
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a horse of your own or are about to get one, there are two…
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The $300 Million Animal Sanctuary That Spans 3,500 Acres
Anant Ambani has always had a passion for animals. He saved his first elephant when he was just a teenager.…
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The Fluttering Frontier: Why the 2026 Monarch Migration Depends on Your Backyard
Migrating monarch butterfly populations have been on the decline for years. This year has been different, with a significant increase…
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The Devastating Diseases Wild Hogs Can Spread to Humans, Livestock, and Pets
Headlines on problems caused by feral swine often focus on the damage they inflict on agricultural land, natural resources, and…
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Montana Bear Hotspots Where Encounters Are Becoming More Likely
Montana is one of the few places in the lower 48 where large predators still roam widely. Grizzly and black…
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Watch an Enraged White Rhino Flip a Truck Like It Weighs Nothing
White rhinos are among the largest land mammals on Earth and are second only to elephants in size, so it’s…
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A Humpback Whale Explodes From Below and the Fish Vanish in Seconds
A massive mouth can hold a lot of fish, and they don’t come more massive than a humpback whale’s! The…
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This Pufferfish Turns Into a Spiky Balloon in Seconds
Pufferfish are among the most unique fish in the sea—and sometimes in freshwater too! As their name suggests, pufferfish can…
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A Tiny “Walking” Fish Is a Big Breakthrough for Aquarium Science
At Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, a pea-sized fish is making history. The baby warty frogfish, Antennarius maculatus, is not only colorful…
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Are We Entering a New Era of Living With Bears in Suburbs?
A few years ago, my aging mother started feeding wildlife outside her back door in Virginia and sending me photos…
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Why Nearly 90% of North America’s Insects and Spiders Are Flying Under the Conservation Radar
Spiders and insects are often considered pests. Some people would rather see the creepy-crawly creatures dead than buzzing around their…
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Pets That Seem Easy But Secretly Require More Work Than You Think
When families start thinking about introducing a pet into their home, they usually consider those that the internet says are…
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This NYC Rat Dragging a Pizza Slice Twice Its Size Is Peak New York
As appetites go, this is pretty impressive. The incredible clip shows a rat pulling a slice of pizza bigger than…
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Watch Two Humpbacks Trap Their Prey With One of the Ocean’s Most Beautiful Hunting Tactics
Videos of animals hunting prey can be fascinating but gruesome. This one is a bit different. The clip of two…
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This Smiling Salamander Took Over Minecraft and Social Media But It’s Vanishing in the Wild
You never know what the future holds. You can be used to a life on the cultural margins, living in…
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Spring Butterflies Are Back: How to Spot Monarchs, Painted Ladies, and Red Admirals
Spring is a beautiful season for many reasons, but perhaps the most magical part of this time is the abundance…
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Why Animals Seem Fine Until They Suddenly Vanish From Fragmented Habitats
Habitat fragmentation can decrease biodiversity by up to 75% within an ecosystem. As species are forced to live in a…
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Meet the Newly Discovered Strange Dinosaur That Once Ruled Sahara Rivers
Today, the Sahara Desert is one of the harshest environments in the world, with temperatures reaching a record of 136°F. However,…
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This Bat’s Bath Time Looks More Like a Cat Grooming Session
Did you know that bats actually have some traits in common with cats? Specifically, their bathing routines. Rather than bathing…
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These Curious Gray Whales Swam So Close Tourists Could Reach Out and Touch Them
There is a strong bond that we feel with our pets which is why we value them so deeply. The…
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Is Intermittent Fasting Right for Your Pet?
Just how healthy do you think your pet is? While a trim silhouette may have you feeling confident, these traits…
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Scientists Discover Unpaved Roads May Help Lizards Thrive in Surprising Ways
Roads are generally blamed for habitat fragmentation and are seen as a dangerous barrier for wildlife, including reptiles. However, a…
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A New Tool Predicts Wildlife “Genetic Collapse” Before It’s Too Late
Many species appear to go extinct suddenly or to suffer catastrophic collapses by which time it is too late to…
The Flesh-Eating Fly That Could Return to the US After Decades of Absence
A devastating agricultural pest, the New World Screwworm Fly (NWS), has been eradicated in the United States since 1982. Today,…
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This Red-Tailed Hawk Mistook a Car Dashboard for a Dinner Table
“Don’t ever leave your child in the car.” This is a common phrase we not only hear but is genuinely…
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Spring Breakers Beware: Great White Sharks Spotted Off the Gulf Coast
College students aren’t the only ones flocking to Florida for the annual rite of passage known as spring break. It…
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These “Solitary” Porpoises May Be More Social Than Anyone Realized
For decades, the narrow-ridged finless porpoise, Neophocaena asiaeorientalis, has been considered the introvert of the ocean. Unlike their dolphin and…
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Black Bear Lunges at California Gas Station Clerk Before Raiding the Snack Aisle
Gas station encounters normally aren’t that pleasant. There are all sorts of people who come in and out of gas…
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How the Wealthy Are Quietly Rewriting the Future of Wildlife Conservation
For most of the twentieth century, wildlife conservation relied heavily on government programs and international agreements. National parks, marine reserves,…
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A Humpback Whale Took a Wrong Turn Into a California Harbor, and the Rescue Was Incredible
Navigating around a marina can take quite a lot of skill, but one obstacle you don’t expect to have to…
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Hedgehogs Have a Hidden Ultrasonic Ability That May Protect Them From Modern Dangers
The European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) has a natural defense that has served it well for millennia: it rolls into a…
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Why Baby Birds Are Struggling to Grow in a World of Climate Extremes
The results of a 60-year study of more than 80,000 wild great tits, Parus major, are out and shedding light…
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Why You Rarely Find Shed Antlers in the Woods, According to Experts
Did you know that most deer species shed their antlers once per year, leaving behind their discarded branched bones for…
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Why Recreational Hunting Alone Usually Doesn’t Solve a Feral Hog Infestation
In America, recreational hunting is a pastime that many enjoy. From deer to wild turkeys, pheasants, and more, like it…
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Inside the Luxury Pet Economy: What Rich Americans Are Spending on Their Animals Now
Walk through many affluent neighborhoods today and you can see the signs of a new kind of pet culture. Dogs…
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Friend or Food? The Heart-Melting (and Slightly Terrifying) Moment an Otter Meets a Crab
This gorgeous sea otter is having trouble deciding whether a crab is a friend or food. At first, it balances…
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Chemical Camouflage: Why Squirrels Want to Smell Like Snakes
Squirrels are abundant in the wild, though they have many predators, including the dreaded rattlesnake. But the small mammals do…
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The Life-Saving Pet Emergency Moves More Owners Need to Know, According to a Vet
There are many ways pet owners can help their pets at home before rushing them to an emergency vet. In…
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A Troubling Moose Decline in Michigan Has Scientists Racing for Answers
Moose are among the largest big-game animals in Michigan, but have one of the smallest populations. Unfortunately, according to data…
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Many Animal Viruses May Already Be Able to Infect Humans, Study Finds
There’s an entire world of microbiomes living just under our noses. Although we can’t see them, bacteria, viruses, and other…
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Hartford, Alabama Is Now Home To Grizzly Bears: Welcome to Grizzly Ranch
When anyone hears of Grizzly Ranch, it doesn’t sound believable. However, it’s a very real bear rescue located in rural…
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The Perfect Time to Put Out Hummingbird Feeders in Your State
After a long winter spent in sunny Mexico and South America, hummingbirds begin their long descent back north. By early…
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Little but Fierce: Why Hummingbirds Guard Their Turf
Hummingbirds may be tiny, but their behavior often surprises people who expect them to be gentle and easygoing. Instead of…
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This Tiny Creature Looks More Like a Twig Than a Shrimp
Shrimp are some of the most diverse animals on the planet. With so many species, each has its own unique…
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Are These the Most Romantic Animals?
Swans are one of the most famous symbols of romance. Their commitment to their mates and the famous heart shape…
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Inside the Thrilling World of Reindeer Racing in the Far North
In Salla, Finland, the freezing air doesn’t stop the excitement. Nearly 1,000 fans gather deep in the Arctic wilderness, shouting…
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Does the Viral Dog Wall Test Really Measure Canine Intelligence?
Scroll through social media, and you may run into the so-called dog intelligence wall test. In these clips, an owner…