Hibernation Explained: Vital for Some Species, but Not Humans

Medicine & Technology Oct 09, 2020

During winter, hibernation saves some animals from the cold weather, but why is it unnecessary for humans?

The Neural Cruelty of Captivity: Keeping Large Mammals in Zoos and Aquariums Damages Their Brains

Sep 29, 2020

It is easy to observe the overall health and psychological consequences of life in captivity for these animals. Many captive elephants suffer from arthritis, obesity, or skin problems. Both elephants and orcas often have severe dental problems. Captive orcas are plagued by pneumonia, kidney disease, gastrointestinal illnesses, and infections.

Crocodiles Fight Over a Dead Cow in an Outback Billabong

Sep 09, 2020

A photographer captured the moment as more than 20 crocodiles fought over a dead cow in the waters of Corroboree Billabong, Northern Territory, Australia.

Pakistan's Lone Elephant Prepared for Move To Cambodia

Sep 06, 2020

A team of veterinary experts from different parts of the world has conducted a medical examination on Pakistan's only Asian elephant, a procedure before moving the animal to its new home in Cambodia.

Experts Warn Next Pandemic Could Come Any Moment and Call for Immediate Prevention Efforts From Governments

Sep 04, 2020

The COVID-19 is not yet done wreaking havoc to the world and yet experts said that new ones are coming that could originate from animals. They urge governments to invest heavily in preventive measures to avoid history from repeating itself.

Hippos Have Disrupted Colombia's Villages and Ecosystem

Aug 27, 2020

The Smithsonian Channel released a new special, 'The Hunt for Escobar's Hippos,' where Dr. Gina Serna is tasked to find the druglord's hippos which have grown from 4 to over 80. Experts aim to control the hippo population since it has disturbed Colombia's villages and ecosystem.

These 4 Animals Possess Specialized Senses

Aug 11, 2020

Previous studies have already established how animals "sense" the environment around them in an entirely different way from how humans do. To learn more about these natural curiosities, here are four animals with specialized senses.

33% Lemur Species on the Brink of Extinction: Blame Deforestation and Hunting

Jul 10, 2020

More species are leaning towards extinction, according to the new update released by the IUCN Red List. Among these species include 33 species of lemurs, the North Atlantic Right Whale, the European Hamster, and the Caterpillar Fungus.

Zoos Forced Shut Down Due to Pandemic May Have to Euthanize Animals

Jun 17, 2020

Zoo animals might need to be euthanized if they cannot be rehomed as sites can no longer afford animal welfare.

Pigs Exempted: Study Uncovers 48 Animal Species Most Likely to Get Coronavirus

May 12, 2020

Scientists from India have analyzed 48 animal species, determining which ones were more susceptible to the coronavirus, and which ones were not. The authors claim that their findings could help identify animals likely to be reservoir hosts for future disease outbreaks.

18 Amazing Videos of Animals Throwing A Party As Humans are in Lockdown

Apr 30, 2020

From wild hippo seen splashing and enjoying the waves to jaguar walking on streets, check out this compilation of videos of animals enjoying a human-free world due to coronavirus lockdown.

Panda Twins Born During Coronavirus Named 'Safe' and 'Sound'

Apr 18, 2020

Over in China, a pair of twin pandas were brought into this world and given the names "Ping Ping" and "An An". These names translate to "Safe" and "Sound."

Animal and Plants in the Ghetto: How Rare Species Organize Groups to Survive

Dec 24, 2019

According to the researchers, these organizations can be the reason behind the survival of rare species since it allows them to avoid the pressure of competing against abundant species.

The Fukuipteryx, a New Species of Basal Bird Found in Japan, is Shaking The Avian Family Tree

Nov 16, 2019

The researchers were lucky to find a three-dimensional preserved pigeon-sized bird skeleton which can largely help in understanding the evolution of birds.

Survival of the Fittest: Jellyfish can Survive Global Warming

Nov 08, 2019

The jellyfish was able to survive even the harshest conditions and amid climate change, this underwater floater remain unbothered.