ANIMALS

Bathyphysa conifera, or the flying spaghetti monster, can grow several feet long.

Black cats, bats, and spiders commonly appear in people’s Halloween decorations. Here’s why.

A new study on tarantulas reveals surprising insights into their relationship with army ants.

Strawberries, zucchini, carrots, and cucumbers are all safe for dogs to eat.

A certified cat trainer provides expert tips on how to make the experience less stressful for both you and your pet.

Andrew Jackson’s 1828 political campaign kicked it off, and cartoonist Thomas Nast made the political symbols really gain traction.

Dogs need to sniff around to understand their environment.

From giant tubeworms to fangtoothed fish, there are tons of terrifying creatures lurking in the deep sea.

No wild geese were harmed in the making of this idiom.

When dog breeds fall out of fashion, they risk disappearing all together.

The sophisticated cephalopods have highly evolved vision and can use jet propulsion to escape predators, but there are a few key differences between squid and cuttlefish.

Let’s debunk a few dozen popular myths about familiar animals, including squeamish elephants, laugh-loving hyenas, and sweaty pigs.