ANIMALS

‘Greatest Escapes With Arturo Castro’ Episode 10: Beefalo Buddies

Lauren Ash (Not Dead Yet, host of the True Crime and Cocktails podcast) takes a wild ride through the suburbs of Connecticut as Arturo pulls a major April Fools twist with this week’s escapee.

How 13 Dog Breeds Got Their Names

Let’s take a look at where a handful of common breeds found their monikers.

Behold! The World’s Largest Beaver Dam

It's twice the length of the Hoover Dam, but it was only discovered with the help of satellite imagery.

How Do Cats Purr?

We know cats purr for a variety of reasons. But the actual mechanics of how they make their signature sound remains unclear.

10 Fascinating Facts About Ravens

Edgar Allan Poe knew what he was doing when he chose the raven to croak “nevermore” in his famous poem.

They‘re cute but also unlikely to survive in the wilderness.

Dachshund Refuses to Come Home After Surviving on a Wild Island for Over a Year

A miniature dachshund named Valerie has defied the odds, evading capture and surviving in the wild for over a year.

Scientists have captured little chirps from rig sharks (also known as ‘lemon fish‘ and ‘spotted dogfish,‘ according to the NIWA).

Listen to a Shark ‘Chirp’ in First-of-Its-Kind Audio Recording

For the first time, researchers have documented a shark producing sound.

They like screens under certain circumstances.

Do Dogs Enjoy Movies?

Videos of dogs watching the animated film “Flow” have gone viral recently, and science backs up the adorable phenomenon.

15 of the World’s Most Beautiful Moths

From the luna moth to the Madagascan sunset moth, these species rival the most stunning butterflies.

Maine Fisherman Pampers the Protected Lobsters He Catches With Claw Manicures

One Maine lobster fisherman goes the extra mile by taking care of the protected crustaceans he catches before returning them to the water.

“Teacup Werewolf”: This Shelter Is Rebranding Mixed Breed Dogs and Boosting Adoption Rates

Adrian Budnick’s creative viral videos raised dog adoption rates by 25 percent at the Metro Animal Care and Control shelter in Nashville.

Brave Octopus Filmed Hitchhiking on a 10-Foot Shark

A Maori octopus was spotted clinging to a shortfin mako shark, leaving scientists puzzled.

The Best States for Birdwatching, Mapped

Use this map to plan your birding schedule ahead of the spring migration.

5 Fascinating Animals Named After Disney Characters

Classic Disney characters have lent their names to spiders, dinos, and more.

He‘s cute and smart: This gray seal took part in the new study.

Why Deep-Diving Seals Don’t Drown

Scientists at the University of St. Andrews found that seals can detect blood oxygen levels, allowing them to plan dives and avoid drowning.

Nearly 900 Dachshunds Break Record for Breed’s Largest Dog Walk

What happens when nearly 900 dachshunds gather in one place? A world record, of course.

10 Times Animals Changed History

History is teeming with unlikely heroes—these ones just happen to have feathers and fur.

The Sad, Strange History of Turnspit Dogs

Turnspit dogs had a terrible job. And once their work was made obsolete, the breed went extinct.

These penguins are going to be living their best lives.

Older Penguins Moved to the New England Aquarium’s New ‘Retirement Island’

The New England Aquarium’s retirement area for penguins offers specialized healthcare and a peaceful habitat for elderly birds.

These majestic creatures keep the ocean under control in many ways.

Whale Pee Is Good for the Ocean, Study Finds

A new study reveals that baleen whales, including humpbacks and gray whales, enrich oceans when they take a whizz.

6 Essential Facts About Hantavirus

Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself safe from the rodent-borne viral disease.

Why Female Dogs Are Called “B*tches”—And How the Word Became an Insult to Women

How did the word for a female dog become a derogatory word for women? We explain.

Meet Whitetop, the Oldest Living Llama - Guinness World Records

27-Year-Old Therapy Llama Is Officially the Oldest of His Species

Whitetop the therapy llama just celebrated a record-breaking birthday.

Keep them cozy and happy with a clean bed.

How to Clean Your Dog’s Bed—And Keep It Clean

Keep your dog‘s bed fresh and safe with these cleaning steps and tips.