ANIMALS

The Fossil of a Human-Sized Penguin Has Been Unearthed in New Zealand

The new species, dubbed 'Crossvallia waiparensi,' waddled the Earth some time between 66 and 56 million years ago.

Miniature Horses Now Included on the List of Service Animals Airlines Must Allow to Fly

Your next flight may include a mini horse riding in coach, thanks to new service animal guidelines released by the Department of Transportation.

Delaware Becomes the First State to Achieve ‘No-Kill’ Status for Its Animal Shelters

Best Friends Animal Society hopes that the other 49 states will follow Delaware’s new standard by 2025.

Hotels.com Is Looking for a Discerning Dog to Review the World’s Best Pet-Friendly Hotels

If your dog has impeccable taste, they may have what it takes to be the first-ever canine critic for Hotels.com.

Thousands of Tarantulas Are Crawling Around Colorado for Mating Season

The furry, mostly harmless creatures are looking for love—and hoping their mates don’t eat them after they find it.

Why Do Cats Eat Grass? Scientists Might Have Figured It Out

Cats have a long list of mysterious behaviors, but now we know why some of them feel compelled to munch on the lawn.

5 Dog Breeds That Get Along With Cats

Dogs and cats may be seen as common enemies, but it does not have to be that way. There's no reason man's best friend can't be kitty's best friend, too.

When Abraham Lincoln Turned Down the Chance to Fill America With Elephants

When Abraham Lincoln’s administration moved into the White House, they turned down what could have been a great gift to the country: the chance to populate the United States with wild elephants.

Why Do Chimpanzees Throw Poop?

Chimpanzees in captivity are known to throw their own poop at visitors. What's behind this crappy behavior?

50 Fascinating Facts About Cats

If you adore felines, you’re in good company: Many of history’s most famous figures—including Florence Nightingale, Pope Paul II, Mark Twain, and the Brontë sisters—all owned, and loved, cats.

What's the Difference Between an Emu and an Ostrich?

Ostriches and emus share many similar physical characteristics, but there are also distinct differences between the two flightless birds. Which makes them sort of like cousins.

Watch a 70-Pound Python Queen Lay an Enormous Clutch of Eggs

You can follow African rock python Squeeze’s journey to motherhood on Smithsonian Channel's new special ‘Queen of the Pythons.’

Thousands of Tardigrades Are Stranded on the Moon After an Israeli Lunar Lander Crashed

Thousands of dehydrated tardigrades—also known as water bears—were accidentally left on the Moon's surface last April, and it's highly likely that they're still alive.

Therapy Ponies Are Bringing ‘Comfort and Joy’ to Dementia Patients

The latest superstar emotional support animals are a herd of Shetland ponies visiting patients in Scotland.

Salvador Dolly, an Adorable Puppy With a Daliesque Fur Mustache, Is the Internet’s Newest Dog Sensation

Hearts & Bones Rescue partnered with Dallas Animal Services and Adoption Center to save a mom and her 11 five-week old shepherd mutt puppies.

The Reason Why Lobsters Turn Bright Red When You Boil Them

It isn't a result of burning them alive, in case the guilt was putting a damper on your delicious seafood feast.

8 Delightful Portraits of Cats

Go behind the scenes of Walter Chandoha’s 75-year-long career as a cat photographer with these incredible photos from the new book Cats. Photographs 1942–2018.

Interactive Map Shows You Which Endangered Species Is Native to Your State

Endangered species can be found in all parts of the country. This map will show you which threatened animal is living in your home state.

Honey Bees Can Understand the Concept of Zero

Zero is an idea even young children struggle with, but bees are one of the few animal species that can figure it out.

Bees: Waugsberg via Wikimedia Commons // CC BY-SA 3.0 / Thought balloon: Noto Project

Honeybees Go "Whoop!" When They Bump Into Each Other

They make the adorable sound with their wings when they're startled. You can listen to them for yourself.

A scene from Lasse Hallström's Hachi: A Dog's Tale (2009), based on the life of Hachikō.

12 Amazing Dogs to Remember on National Dog Day

Dogs can do some pretty amazing things. Just look at your own, who comes when you call, sits when you say so, and knows enough to only chew up your last-season footwear. History is filled with tales of highly accomplished canines.

The CDC Warns That Just Touching Contaminated Pig Ear Dog Treats Can Make Humans Sick

The popular dehydrated dog treat has been linked to a Salmonella outbreak in 33 states. Here's why you shouldn't even be touching one.

Shelter Dogs Are Being Trained to Protect Wildlife—by Sniffing Poop

With their amazing sense of smell and boundless energy, some shelter dogs are the perfect candidates for tracking and protecting endangered species.

10 Illuminating Online Courses You Can Take in August

From mastering mindfulness to making macarons, there’s an online class on this list for every type of student.

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