ANIMALS

Why You Should Never Squish a Stink Bug

The dime-sized insects require careful disposal in your home.

People throughout history have loved pugs.

12 Fun Facts About Pugs

These adorably wrinkly-faced dogs have a rich history.

Dogs don’t just curl up because it’s cute.

The Surprising Reasons Your Dog Curls Up in a Ball Before Going to Sleep

“Because it's adorable” is just an unintended side effect. There’s actually an evolutionary reason behind why dogs curl up to sleep.

12 Curious Facts About the Platypus

The first time scientists encountered a platypus specimen, they thought the animal was a hoax. Read on for a few more things you might not have known about this quirky creature.

Animal Size Comparison (150+ Animals) | 3d Animation Comparison

See How the World's Smallest Creatures Stack Up Against the World's Biggest Animals

From tardigrades to T. Rex, this visualization puts the sizes of 150 animals into perspective.

Black cats aren’t always considered bad luck.

7 Superstitions About Cats From Around the World

Cats have attracted a lot of different superstitions over the years—some easier to believe than others.

An (Almost) Comprehensive History of Rat Kings

Myth, hoax, or Mother Nature's freak accident? Here's the story of nearly every rat king ever discovered.

These facts will have you making this face.

15 Facts You’ll Wish You Had Never Learned

We can’t promise you’ll ever feel the same way about pasta, pools, or your own face.

The Reason You Should Never Pet a Service Dog

Noble working doggos practically scream for scratches, but you must resist the urge.

11 Facts About French Bulldogs

French Bulldogs may have roots in England, but they’re now the most popular dog breed in the United States.

When Queen Victoria Employed an Official Rat-Catcher

The story of Jack Black, the eccentric “rat and mole destroyer to her majesty.”

Elephant Recorded Peeling a Banana With Its Trunk for the First Time

In this video, Pang Pha the elephant is shown peeling a banana using only her trunk—a first for the species.

Is there beaver butt secretion in your vanilla ice cream?

A Brief History of Castoreum, the Beaver Butt Secretion Used as Flavoring

Is there beaver butt in your vanilla ice cream?

The Easiest Dog Breeds to Train, According to a Professional Dog Trainer

With the proper care, all dogs are trainable. But some may fit particular situations better than others.

Anglerfish Mating Is Horrific—and Here’s How It Works

If you thought modern-day dating was rough, just wait until you find out how these deep-sea dwellers get it on.

14 Fascinating Facts About Ladybugs

Did you know that their red color is a warning sign, their babies look like alligators, and they can change the flavor of your wine?

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The Stories Behind 20 Inventions That Changed the World

From blood banks and barcodes to the Super Soaker and the pizza box, here are the fascinating stories behind inventions that changed the world.

There's more to these cute little amphibians than meets the eye.

11 Fascinating Axolotl Facts

Also known as Mexican walking fish, the axolotl is famous for its ability to regrow limbs and organs, but there's more to these aquatic salamanders than meets the eye.

There's a good reason dogs sniff each other's butts.

Why Do Dogs Sniff Each Other's Butts?

Chemicals from special glands on a dog’s rear end tell other dogs a lot about them. Here’s why dogs sniff each other's butts.

There’s no denying how cute red pandas are.

12 Facts About Red Pandas

Red pandas have always lived in the shadow of the other, more famous panda. But now it’s time to give them their due.

We have some bad news about your ‘hypoallergenic’ pet.

Is There Such Thing as a Hypoallergenic Pet?

We asked some allergy experts if a truly hypoallergenic animal actually exists.

Woolly mammoths may have existed alongside humans for millennia, according to one study.

How Mammoth Poop Is Changing What We Know About Their Extinction

When did woolly mammoths go extinct? Their fossilized bones say one thing, but their poop paints a messier picture.

8 Adorable Animals That Are Surprisingly Violent

They’re cute. They’re cuddly. But beware: these undeniably adorable animals are dangerous.

A black bear cub stunting for the camera.

Dream Job Alert: New Mexico Is Looking for “Professional Bear Huggers”

Conservation officers for New Mexico’s Department of Game and Fish may get to cuddle a bear cub every once in a while.

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