Animals

Aquarium Points Out Anatomical Error in Apple's Squid Emoji

The siphon is not where it should be, and it has been that way for years.

Survey Finds Microplastics in the Guts of All Seven Sea Turtle Species

More than 100 sea turtles in three locations were tested.

The Story of Siwash, the Beer-Drinking Duck Who Joined the Marines

The story of how a swashbuckling duck became a sergeant with honors in the United States Marine Corps.

Need to Lower Your Blood Pressure? Pet a Dog

Who's a good boy?

George H.W. Bush's Service Dog, Sully, Will Fly to D.C. With the Former President's Casket

The former president got the dog shortly after the death of his wife earlier this year.

Humpback Whales in Canada Get Fish to Swim Right Into Their Mouths

Lazy or genius?

Birdemic: The Great American Parrot Fever Panic of 1930

Was the outbreak a true epidemic, or an example of mass hysteria?

The 10 Most Pet-Friendly Airports in America

Traveling with pets can be stressful. These airports want to make it easier.

Why Do Dogs Like to Hide Under Beds?

Dogs are weird. But usually for a reason.

The Time Germany Kidnapped Hundreds of Stallions in an Attempt to Breed a Super-Horse

The Nazis tried to steal treasures of all kinds—including prized thoroughbreds.

The Reason Dogs Dig (and How to Make Them to Stop)

If your dog is spending hours tearing up the backyard, or attempting to burrow holes into your couch, you're no doubt anxious to find a way to make it stop.

Why Do Dogs Like to Roll Around in Dirty Things?

Yes, our dogs are adorable. They're also kind of gross.

George RR Martin Shares How His Pet Turtles Inspired Him to Write

A series of dime store turtles eventually led him to The Iron Throne.

10 Turkey Myths, Debunked

Let's talk turkey—specifically, turkey myths.

Ohio Shelter Is Giving Dogs Short-Term Homes for the Holidays With Its "Sleepover" Program

Here's hoping you fall in love and make it a permanent thing.

How to Tell If Your Dog's Panting is Abnormal

Panting is a totally normal behavior for dogs, which makes it difficult to tell when it has turned dangerous.

Florida Is Home to 'Skull-Collecting' Ants, Because Florida

Gnarly.

Why Do Dogs Lick?

Think of it as a big, wet, sloppy way of saying "I love you."

Keep your pets away from the hot chocolate this holiday season.

7 Holiday Foods That Are Dangerous to Pets

A spiked cup of hot cocoa may be your favorite indulgence, but don't let Fido or Fluffy give it a try.

Why Your Cat's Tongue Is Nature's Perfect Hairbrush

One day, we might all use cat-inspired brushes.

Finally! Scientists Have Figured Out How Wombats Poop Cubes

In case you've been dying to know.

What's That Thing That Hangs Off a Turkey’s Face?

Having a long snood almost always means that a hen will want to mate with him and that another tom will back down from a fight.

9 Not-So-Pesky Facts About Termites

Most termites aren't interested in eating houses. In fact, one day they may teach us how to build them.

How the Los Angeles Zoo Protects Its Animals During Wildfires and Other Emergencies

It's not easy trapping and transporting more than 1400 wild animals.