Inspired by naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace’s visit nearly two centuries ago, an isolated Indigenous community in Brazil ...

However, human emotions about animals can affect wildlife conservation efforts, so it is important to know where these fears come from. We’ve compiled a list of the most common animal phobias, as well ...

In 2015, thousands of dead Common Murres (detailed here by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology) began washing up along the Alaskan coast. Initially, scientists weren't concerned since die-offs happen about ...

Research into animal emotions and experience has been on the rise since the late 20th century, and scientists are beginning to use these findings to help understand an age-old question ...

India, known for its rich biodiversity, designates official state animals to symbolise its ecological and cultural heritage. Each of the 28 states has a unique state animal, often chosen based on its ...

Many owners end up wondering how to maximise the chances of fostering a positive relationship between their cat and other animals – or if they should get them a “friend” at all. However ...

Reducing available energy while maintaining nutrition within the body has been shown to extend lifespans in several animal models. Whether this translates to human biology, or is a potential risk to ...

The common diabetes drug metformin works partly by excreting sugar from the bloodstream into the intestines, where gut bacteria then convert it into chemicals that improve the insulin response.

Reducing available energy while maintaining nutrition within the body has been shown to extend lifespans in several animal models. Whether this translates to human biology, or is a potential risk ...

Unable to identify the animal — and wondering if it was someone’s escaped pet — she shared a video of it on social media. On Feb. 25, Cerase posted a five-second clip of the tiny creature ...

The zoo recently announced the births of various animals, many of which are threatened or endangered in the wild. Some of these births are also a positive sign for the San Diego Zoo Wildlife ...

In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most common cat breeds in America ... They are often compared to stuffed animals because of their round, cuddly appearance and relaxed nature.