ANIMALS

A Simple Trick for Catching (and Killing) Spotted Lanternflies

Here‘s one quick and easy way to get rid of spotted lanternflies when you don’t feel like stomping on them (and a few other methods, too).

Surprising Partnership Between Ocelots and Opossums Captured By Trail Cameras

Scientists in the Amazon have discovered a rare and puzzling bond between ocelots and opossums—two species typically seen as predator and prey.

Cats are pretty good at regulating their temperature.

How Do Cats Cool Themselves Off?

Here’s a hint: It’s not by sweating through their paws.

Why You Should Think Twice Before Using TikTok’s “Bucket of Doom” Mosquito Hack

Some swear by this summertime hack, and it does work. Unfortunately, though, the “bucket of doom” won’t solve all your mosquito woes this summer—here’s why.

17 Wild Animal Superlatives

From the fastest and biggest animals to the creatures with the strongest schnoz and the longest leap.

The giant panda’s comeback shows that conservation works.

25 Species That Have Made Amazing Comebacks

From the world’s tiniest water lily to the second-largest baleen whale, these animals and plants have beaten the odds (with a big assist from dedicated conservationists).

You'll want to welcome these insects into your garden.

7 Creepy Crawlies You Want in Your Garden

Don’t kill these insects—consider them your friends!

Track Great White Sharks and More With This Interactive Map

OCEARCH's map shows you what sharks are near (or more likely far from) you.

This ‘Garbage and Rats’ Tour Highlights New York City’s Rodent Residents

This Lower Manhattan tour dives into the wild world of rats and the city‘s dirtiest secrets.

Killer whales are intelligent creatures, and scientists have recently discovered a new behavior among the species.

Orca Whales Seen Giving Each Other Exfoliating Kelp “Massages”

New research suggests orcas may be using kelp to connect with each other and even exfoliate.

Believe it or not, a great white shark‘s coloring helps it survive.

Why Do Great White Sharks Have White Bellies?

Let’s dive into the evolutionary science behind the great white’s namesake feature.

8 of the Most Expensive Dog Breeds in the World

You might be surprised to see which canines make the cut when it comes to the world’s most expensive dog breeds.

There are steps you can take to make the Fourth of July less stressful for your dog.

5 Ways to Keep Your Dog Calm This Fourth of July, According to Experts

Fourth of July fireworks and parties can be distressing for dogs—and their pet parents. Here are tips that can help.

Biologists have created a marine animal database, from the smallest to the largest known species.

Biologists Launch Most Comprehensive Database of Marine Animal Body Sizes to Date

Scientists have made the first comprehensive marine wildlife size database to help scientists better understand ocean ecosystems.

These bugs are more likely to take over your summer vacation if you're in these cities.

25 U.S. Cities That’ll Have the Worst Mosquito Problems This Summer

Don’t want to bug out this summer? From Los Angeles to Houston and even Detroit, these are the U.S. cities that experts expect will have the worst problems with mosquitoes in 2025.

10 Questionable Creature Features Spawned By ‘Jaws’

‘Claws’ didn’t draw the same crowds as ‘Jaws’ when it premiered two years later.

There are several ways you can try to reduce your dog’s anxiety.

10 Expert Tips for Calming an Anxious Dog

We spoke to several veterinary behavior experts to learn how to keep anxious dogs calm, no matter the scenario.

Resist the urge to smash this eight-legged fren.

The Reason You Shouldn’t Kill the Spiders in Your House, According to an Entomologist

Even if you don’t usually see them, spiders are in your house. And they’re paying rent, sort of.

The Animal Most Likely to Kill You in Each State

Being bitten or kicked by a large, hoofed animal is most likely to spell the end in many states.

Steven Spielberg Is Sorry That ‘Jaws’ Caused a Shark Panic

Steven Spielberg apologized for sparking an anti-shark feeding frenzy in the ’70s.

Why You Should Never Leave Your Dog in a Hot Car—Even For Just a Few Minutes

Sad but true: Your pet can die in a shockingly short amount of time.

Great White Shark breaching at Seal Island, False Bay, South Africa.

12 Facts About Great White Sharks

The truth about these apex predators is often stranger—and more compelling—than the fiction.

Prettier to look at than they are to actually swim with.

Does Peeing on a Jellyfish Sting Actually Help?

When it comes to jellyfish stings, urine is often cited as an effective remedy. But does it really work as a first-aid treatment?

First live sighting of massive Antarctic squid caught on camera by Nat Geo

The Rare Antarctic Gonate Squid Has Been Caught on Film for the First Time

Scientists captured the elusive Antarctic gonate squid on camera for the first time during a National Geographic expedition.