A new study shows there is a high cost of parenthood, quantifying the 10% “longevity tax” on reproduction. Consequently, mammals that have fewer or no offspring tend to live longer. But why does ...

Animal reproduction and breeding encompasses the full spectrum of natural, assisted and genetic processes that underpin the perpetuation, improvement and conservation of species across diverse taxa.

Humans have caused wild animals to shrink and domestic animals to grow, according to a new study out of the University of Montpellier in southern France. Researchers studied tens of thousands of ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Making sure animal species are sustainable and viable for generations to come is the goal of species survival plans in AZA accredited zoos across the country and around the ...

Located at the San Diego Zoo, Gramma, the resident tortoise, was born in the Galapagos Islands around 1884. Those at the zoo ...

There are few things more joyful, if occasionally nerve-wracking, than having a pet in your home. And plenty of people agree.

Pair formation and correction of sexual behaviour in orang-utans (Pongo pygmaeus) at the Moscow Zoo -- Breeding the mouse lemurs (Microcebus murinus) at the Moscow Zoo -- Breeding pallas cats (Felis ...

Species extinctions, endangerment and captive breeding / C.D. Magin [and others] -- Effective use of flagship species for conservation of biodiversity: the example of lion tamarins in Brazil / J.M.