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Coyotes that live in the eastern United States are hybrids with both dog and wolf DNA. Here are some more facts about the resourceful predator.

Get to know the bumpy snailfish, a deep-sea creature that won‘t give you nightmares.
CaLea Johnson|
A new study explains why letting bison roam large areas can be a good thing for soil.
CaLea Johnson|
Don’t be surprised to see wild wallabies hopping around the UK.
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Pets

If you need name inspiration for your own pup, take a cue from pet owners across the country.
CaLea Johnson|
The search is on for the next Buddy. Submit your golden retriever’s video and join the legacy of the beloved Air Bud franchise.
CaLea Johnson|
An extra-fluffy tail doesn’t just look cute—it’s your cat’s way of communicating how they feel.
Kirstin Fawcett|
Here’s a hint: It’s not by sweating through their paws.
Hannah Keyser|
You might be surprised to see which canines make the cut when it comes to the world’s most expensive dog breeds.
Jennifer Fabiano|
Fourth of July fireworks and parties can be distressing for dogs—and their pet parents. Here are tips that can help.
Nicolas Rivero|
We spoke to several veterinary behavior experts to learn how to keep anxious dogs calm, no matter the scenario.
Kate Schweitzer|
Sad but true: Your pet can die in a shockingly short amount of time.
Jake Rossen|

Birds

Long-distance bird migration is one of the natural world’s most inspiring phenomena—and how we learned about it is just as fascinating.
Rebecca Heisman|
You’ll never look at these creatures the same way again.
Kerry Wolfe|
Think your commute is bad? At least you don’t have to walk or swim from one end of the Earth to the other.
Caitlin Schneider|

Cats

A sunken ship near Florida holds clues to the early history of cats in the U.S.

Dogs

From guiding their owners to safety during 9/11 to dialing 911 during medical emergencies, these pups took their lifesaving duties to a whole other level.
Tony Dunnell|
From the Tibetan Mastiff to the Japanese Chin, many popular dog breeds have highly-specialized origins.
Lorna Wallace|
Learn more about Australia's half-wild canine, from their flexible wrists to their genetic origins.
Rebecca OConnell|
Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and poodles are just a few of the dog breeds with family-friendly reputations.
Lorna Wallace|

Fish

A fishing group thought they caught a giant goldfish. What they hooked was actually much weirder.
CaLea Johnson|
The newly identified Atlantic manta ray is officially a distinct species.
CaLea Johnson|
A hammerhead spends a lot of time and energy trying to binge-eat other big sharks. Here's why it pays off.
Jake Rossen|
Anchovies or sardines? We break down how these small fish differ in looks, taste, and popular preparation methods.
CaLea Johnson|

Insects

From the Vatican’s “Lesus” medal to Beanie Babies to the Civil War coins that declare “shoot him on the spoot.”
Arika Okrent|
English spelling can be frustrating and confusing, but there are things you can do to help make the task of getting it right more manageable.
Editorial Staff|
Would you recoil in terror if spell-check ever stopped working? Fear not: You're in good company.
Mark Mancini|

Reptiles

A rare gecko once thought to be lost is making a comeback in the Galápagos.
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