The Queen gets to tell everyone what to do, and she chooses a few males to breed with, we believe,” says Kerns. “However, she can have one of the largest litters of any mammals, over 30 babies at a ...

For almost two decades, scientists have debated whether sponges or comb jellies are the first animal lineage. Now some are calling for a more harmonious approach.

The history of humankind is also the history of our relationships with the natural world. For centuries and millennia, some animal companions have been more than just pets. They were expected to ...

It turns out some scary creatures aren't actually that scary. Here are nine animals that aren’t as dangerous as they look. From giant behemoths to tiny creepy-crawlies, the animals on this list have ...

Scientists used the April 2024 solar eclipse to show how animals adjust their behavior when daylight suddenly disappears.

The turn to CGI has sidelined many of the dogs, bears and horses of yesteryear. But ethical questions aside, there’s still ...

Valentine’s Day can be a little cliché: red roses, dinner reservations, a box of chocolates— boring. But for those in need of inspiration to make sure their declaration of love stands out from the ...

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus recently kicked off a new nationwide tour following a six-year hiatus. But for the first time in the show’s century-and-a-half history, there will be no ...