Hundreds of animals, from tiny ants to mighty hippos, are shaping the Earth's surface as powerfully as floods and storms.

Many creatures have imprinted on our hearts — and even a city sidewalk — for making their homes near ours. Here’s a look back ...

The only hummingbird found regularly breeding in the Eastern U.S. is the tiny Ruby-throated hummingbird, which weighs about as much a penny! “This brilliantly colored hummingbir ...

Crazy Creatures What War Means for Animals in Ukraine Posted: March 13, 2025 | Last updated: March 13, 2025 Amid the chaos of the invasion of Ukraine, countless animals both pets and wildlife face ...

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Who are the Alawites? The sect has its roots in Shia Islam. The word Alawite means “follower of Ali,” the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Mohammad. It can be traced back to the 9th and 10th ...

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 ...

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 ...

“It means they’re not fully invested, they know you care more than they do and they’re laying the groundwork to excuse their future bad behavior.” The phrase “I don’t want to hurt you ...