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Your cat probably wants to play with you more than you think.
“A tiger is a large-hearted gentleman with boundless courage and when he is exterminated – as exterminated he will be unless public opinion rallies to his support – India will be the poorer by having lost the finest of her fauna.” So said Jim Corbett, a man whose fate was bound to that of the […]
The beloved animal has shaped human history over millennia, just as people have influenced its evolution — but only recently have scientists discovered exactly when and where it went from wild to tame.
This ancient insect is the missing link between two living gnat species.
New research suggests dogs aren't just mimicking; they may genuinely understand words.
Every piece of bacon comes from a unique personality.
It turns out mosquitoes have even more ways to hunt us down.
New Amazonian species has been crowned world's biggest snake.
Scientists discover a comb jelly that can reverse its aging process, challenging traditional views on aging.
Flying on an airplane switches time zones too quickly, leaving no time for our bodies to adjust.
Anecdotal evidence from their caregivers suggests that cats exhibit grieving behavior over lost household companions.
These amphibian ladies will resort to extreme tactics if that means avoiding pestering males.
Cute, adaptable, and innovative: raccoons have it all figured out.
Elephant communication is so much more elaborate than we thought.
Researchers have found cocaine in some Pacific sharpnose sharks.
An ancient shrimplike creature is helping scientists understand how mandibles became so common among animals.
A DNA test could eliminate progressive retinal atrophy in dogs altogether.
These are some sharks that won't force you to get a bigger boat.
The idea is meant to stop poachers, but not in the way you're probably thinking.
Greenland sharks could hold the secret to better cardiovascular health.
For the first time in 200 years, Kazakhstan witnesses the return of Przewalski's horse.
Blue tits were found to be equally capable of remembering and adapting.
Cats always seem to have an itch. But when they go overboard, it's time to pay attention to your surroundings.
You wouldn't believe it looking at their stubby frame.
The only medical system that rivals this behavior would be the human one, scientists say.
The hormone that may be behind this is also found in humans, but it's not clear what it does.
Animals can't talk or express their feelings but an AI can help us understand their behavior.
These delicate yet resilient insects have been found to traverse an astonishing distance of over 4,200 kilometers from West Africa to the coast of South America.
These primates can sing on the beat. Even their calls are rhythmic, hinting at a potential origin story for music in humans.
Research suggesting that pet ownership improves health is largely funded by the pet care industry. Does that matter?
Bees are so good they can not only detect lung cancer but also distinguish between different types.
Their knowledge of specific plants with medicinal properties is stunning.
Norfolk Island green parrots are self-medicating with pepper tree bark and leaves, to rid themselves of parasites. But is there more to it? Birds are known to indulge in alcohol and take stimulants.
Ticks thrive in warm weather, but you can protect your dog with grooming, environmental controls, and vet-approved treatments.
Who knew young dolphins like to play doctor and nurse.
We won't have a dog translator anytime soon, but we're slowly understanding man's best friend.
Elephants use unique, name-like calls to identify each other, demonstrating advanced cognitive abilities and social complexity akin to human communication.
Despite not being herbivorous, snow leopards seem to eat more plants than you'd think.
New study reveals the driving evolutionary forces behind giraffes' necks
Recent discoveries push back the arrival of domesticated cats in Europe by thousands of years.
Sexual parasitism is wild. Here is how it works for anglerfish.
Research reveals crows' counting abilities match those of young children.
Cuddling with cows provides a unique and powerful boost to emotional well-being. It's a fresh take on animal-assisted therapy.
The technique is thought to have contributed to myths about sea monsters.
Several jokes were disqualified for "scientific inaccuracy," said organizers — "and rather a lot for lewdness."
AI reveals that sperm whale clicks form a complex language, not all that different from human speech
Humans are not the only creatures who make medicine to treat themselves.
Tiny and living in the desert, this mole is one of the most elusive mammals of Australia.
New study links panda reproductive issues to specific gut microbes.
A new study finds the emotional impact of dog theft is like losing a family member.
