Sweeping new global trade protections for sharks and rays were just adopted at CITES CoP20 in Samarkand. It is one of the ...

Explore ten of the world’s shyest animals and learn what makes them so elusive. Learn about each species’ habitat, diet, and ...

Have you ever wondered which animal truly knows no fear? Our planet is home to millions of fantastic creatures. From the ...

A Europe-focused study published in the journal Science examined 87 ancient and modern cat genomes and found that the domestic cat, which has the scientific name Felis catus, originated in North ...

The idea that vaccines cause autism or immune-related diseases has caused many dog owners to become vaccine-hesitant. This ...

By monitoring the movement, health, and environmental conditions of thousands of animals at once, Project ICARUS hopes to ...

Without space to roam, the world’s biggest land animals do not thrive — so what should happen to those in Europe’s zoos? One ...

A new assessment of African Forest Elephants reveals an estimated 135,690 individuals1, with an additional 7,728 to 10,990 ...

When the Romans invaded Britain in 43 AD, they introduced a host of innovations, including roads. Now, scientists say we have something else to thank the Romans for: pet cats.

Authorities have seized an average of nine tigers each month over the past five years, highlighting a worsening trafficking ...

A new study shows that thanks to cheaper DNA testing, we've reclassified more mammal species and have more biodiversity.

These herbivores may look peaceful, but they are among the most dangerous animals on the African continent. Their size, ...