ANIMALS

Here‘s Yamaha enjoying a date! (She is available for adoption at Broward County Animal Care in Florida.)

Chewy Is Sponsoring Shelter Dog ‘Dates’ for Valentine’s Day

Your Valentine this year could be a shelter dog in need of a home.

How Do Octopuses Poop?

The funnel they use to get around serves a dual purpose.

You‘ll likely be seeing more of these little guys if you live in a crowded urban area.

Rats Are Thriving in Cities Thanks to Climate Change

Rising temperatures mean more opportunities for rats to forage—and breed.

Newly metamorphosed Darwin’s froglet at London Zoo.

London Zoo Welcomes 33 Endangered Froglets That Emerged From Their Fathers’ Mouths

The Southern Darwin’s frog is unique in the amphibian world, and conservationists are racing to save it from extinction.

Camera-Shy Mount Lyell Shrew Photographed for the First Time in California

The elusive mammal was finally ready for its close-up.

Punxsutawney Phil is not the most reliable weather predictor.

How Accurate Are Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog Day Weather Predictions?

The stats indicate that practice doesn’t always make perfect when it comes to mid-sized meteorological rodents.

11 Punxsutawney Phil Facts for Groundhog Day

This Groundhog Day, discover a few fun facts about the legendary Punxsutawney Phil, including who he’s actually (supposedly) named after.

This giraffe was a gift to King Charles X.

9 of the Strangest Royal Pets in History

Exotic beasts functioned as both diplomatic envoys and as symbols of a monarchy’s far reaching influence.

The Budweiser Clydesdales at a Chicago White Sox vs Chicago Cubs game in 2019.

How the Budweiser Clydesdales Became a Commercial Success

The horses are an iconic feature in many Super Bowl commercials.

Can You Guess the Animal Phobia?

See if you can spot the names of these common (and not so common) terms for animal apprehension.

Jurassic Park With SCIENTIFICALLY ACCURATE Raptors [Animation] Part 1

See What Jurassic Park’s Raptors Would Look Like With Feathers

Contrary to what that kid told Sam Neill in Jurassic Park, an overgrown turkey is still terrifying.

How Do Dog Whistles Work?

The ultrasonic training instruments are easy to use. But there’s a dark history behind their inventor—and their initial purpose.

Study Reveals How Some Corals ‘Walk’ Across the Sea Floor

Witness a mushroom coral on the move.

Cat was mistakenly left on a plane and made three trips

Cat Forgotten on Plane Completes Three International Trips in 24 Hours

A family‘s pet cat was mistakenly left on a flight, leading to a cross-country journey from Melbourne to New Zealand and back.

Dogs make great truffle hunting helpers.

Dogs Sniff Out Two New Species of Truffles in the U.S.

The two new truffle species hadn’t been formally identified by scientists before the canines discovered them.

Why Do Cats ‘Blep’?

We asked an expert to help us investigate the adorable causes of the tongue-lolling phenomenon.

11 Animals That Can Purportedly Predict the Weather

Groundhogs aren't the only creatures with the powers of prognostication. From badgers to woolly bear caterpillars, these other animals are said to predict the weather.

Meet Bathynomus Vaderi, the Foot-Long Sea Bug Named After Darth Vader

Bathynomus vaderi is a supergiant isopod that can grow 12.7 inches in length.

Poppy Napping Underwater on the Poppy Cam

Move Over, Moo Deng: Virginia Zoo Launches Live Stream of Poppy, Its New Baby Pygmy Hippo

Meet Poppy, the newest baby pygmy hippo that‘s stealing hearts.

The DOG 6 will make you worry less about your dog‘s wellbeing.

New Dog Tracker Monitors Your Pet’s Location as Well as Their Barks

Tractive‘s GPS tracker offers real-time tracking, health monitoring, and safety features for dog owners.

Why Do Dogs Love Tennis Balls?

Fido’s fascination stems from a unique mix of instinct and happenstance.

These are the cities for those who can‘t live without cats.

The 10 Best Cities for Cat Lovers Around the World

Cat lovers, take note: Here‘s a list of the most feline-friendly cities worldwide.

The Bizarre Story of Britain’s Last Great Auk

Was the animal a bird, or a witch?

If Your Dog Hates Booties, Use Petroleum Jelly to Protect Their Paws in the Winter

If you dread wrangling your pet into their winter booties, a swab of petroleum jelly can protect their paws from snow, ice, and salt in a pinch.