ANIMALS

Our Pollution Has Now Reached Deep-Sea Animals

Scientists found high levels of contamination in two of the deepest ocean trenches.

The Strange Logic of the Strawberry Squid’s Lopsided Eyes

Researchers say each of the pink squid’s eyes serves a different function down in the dark depths.

New Documentary Follows South Africa's All-Female Anti-Poaching Unit

The Black Mambas spend their days patrolling the country’s Balule Nature Reserve, protecting rhinos and other endangered species.

Science Explains Why Your Lab Is Always Hungry

A gene variant associated with appetite and obesity has been found in several Labrador retriever breeds.

12 Historic Westminster Best in Show Winners

The award has a long and interesting history.

10 Roaring Facts About Jaguars

4. Jaguars will take on bears.

New Gecko Species Gets Naked to Escape Predators

When trapped, the little lizard simply sheds its big scales and regrows them later.

Kedi, A Heartwarming New Documentary, Stars Istanbul's Street Cats

The residents of Istanbul have a special friendship with the cats that roam their streets.

Clifford estimating a fraction of the poop he produces in a single day.

A Genius Theory for How Clifford the Big Red Dog's Owner Would Pick Up the Pup's Poop

Clifford the Big Red Dog's size poses a lot of interesting issues for a pet owner—including how one would clean up after this ginormous canine, as no pooper scooper would be big enough.

9 Fluffy Facts About the Shih Tzu

Learn more about the so-called "lion dogs."

Have You Seen This Bobcat? Ollie Escapes From National Zoo

She's mostly harmless to humans, but hide your chickens.

California Condors Will Be Reintroduced to the Wild

Government agencies and the Yurok tribe are teaming up to try to restore the endangered bird to its historic habitat.

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Museum Immortalizes Weasel That Shut Down the Large Hadron Collider

Fans of the weasel will be delighted to learn that its stuffed and slightly singed body will soon go on display at the Rotterdam Natural History Museum in the Netherlands.