To us, a Christmas tree is a decoration. But to many insects and small critters, it’s a habitat. And when you bring that habitat inside …
Read moreLook for this growth on your Christmas tree before you bring it inside
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Read moreWhat is the significance of red birds during the holidays?
The season of looking back at the best-of events and moments of the year has arrived. Editorial boards and experts in specific fields usually compile …
Read moreVote for the 2023 Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award
Can you imagine being pregnant for 478 days? This long gestation period is typical for rhinoceros, with their pregnancies lasting 14 to 16 months. Only …
Read moreSumatran rhino gives birth, offering hope for critically endangered species
Bindi Irwin has long been in the spotlight as a conservationist at the Australia Zoo, the daughter of Steve “the Crocodile Hunter” Irwin, and a …
Read moreBindi Irwin’s daughter makes her first appearance at the Steve Irwin Gala
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Read moreCelebrate the holidays with your cats and dogs with a pet Advent calendar
The days are getting shorter, and many places are feeling more of a nip in the air. Some birds fly south to warmer temperatures as …
Read moreThis DIY coffee mug feeder will bring birds to your yard all winter long
If your furry friend is already making their holiday wish list this year, they can help out a shelter pet in need by submitting it …
Read moreYour furry friend’s holiday wish list can help feed shelter pets—here’s how
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Read moreThese unique cat scratchers and houses will delight you and your kitties
I love dogs. You love dogs. Your giggly toddler loves dogs, and your grouchy old dad will always crack a smile for a pup. But …
Read moreThis festival in Nepal celebrates dogs in a wonderful way
Before you read any further, locate a box of tissues or other absorbent material. American Humane announced the winner of this year’s Hero Dog Award …
Read moreMeet Maverick, this year’s winner of the American Humane Hero Dog Award
Kevin Bacon’s days of being footloose and fancy-free are over. Fortunately, we’re not talking about the famous actor known for his roles in “Footloose,” “A …
Read moreRunaway pig named Kevin Bacon is lured home by a sticky bun
When a pet dies, many owners talk about the animal “crossing the rainbow bridge.” The Washington Post calls the rainbow bridge “a mythical overpass said …
Read morePeople can honor their late pets at this real-life rainbow bridge
If your heart could use a little warming today, look no further than the video below. It was shared by Carly Keech during her visit …
Read moreWatch this adorable dolphin make fast friends with a tiny human
You might not have much of an opinion about pigeons unless you live in a big city — and if you do, that opinion is …
Read moreStudy shows that pigeons use a learning technique similar to AI
Sad news from Portugal: The world’s oldest dog, Bobi, died on Oct. 21 at the record-shattering age of 31. Bobi wasn’t just the oldest living …
Pet parents know that their furry, scaled and feathered friends are unique in so many ways. So it can be difficult to capture that originality …
Read moreHow to order custom plushes, PJs and more with your pet’s face on them
“My dad would be stoked.” Robert Irwin, the son of the late Steve “Crocodile Hunter” Irwin, got caught off guard with emotions during one of …
Read moreRobert Irwin shares emotional video with baby turtle his dad discovered
Can you bring a species back from extinction? In the case of one fish, you can — if it never really disappeared! Houting, a whitefish …
Read moreWhitefish species declared extinct is now confirmed to be alive
It sounds like a plot from a cheesy creature feature, but this is no made-for-TV movie. Scientists have brought a 46,000-year-old worm back to life. …
Read moreScientists have brought a 46,000-year-old worm back to life
Paleontology is a profession that requires a lot of scientific skill and careful study. But a group of researchers in Utah found that luck also …
Read moreRare mammal-like fossils from Jurassic discovered in Utah
Even the toughest competitors need to step away from the spotlight sometimes. But when it comes to Fat Bear Week, visibility is everything, and being …
Read moreThis bear won’t win Fat Bear Week, but ‘other bears know his reputation’
The town of Idyllwild is a pleasant and quiet small town in California nestled in the San Jacinta Mountains, with plenty of hiking trails, tall …
Read moreThis town has had a golden retriever as its mayor since 2012
It is a heartbreaking origin story that is worthy of a Hollywood movie. On Sept. 9, a mother otter was carrying her newborn pup in …
Read moreWildlife rescuers save otter pup after seeing orcas kill its mother
On Sept. 7, clouded leopards Niran and Ron welcomed a little bundle of joy at the Nashville Zoo. The zoo has not yet released the …
Read moreA rare clouded leopard was born at the Nashville Zoo
It’s not unusual to see a mom taking her kids out to pick up some Krispy Kreme doughnuts. However, no one expects to witness a …
Read moreBear family beaks into Krispy Kreme truck for a sweet treat
Wildlife cameras have given us a priceless view into the natural world, but last week, one of these devices might have saved a man’s life. …
Read moreLive cam watchers hoping to see ‘fat bears’ save a hiker’s life
Animal Defenders International calls this poor animal the “world’s loneliest lion,” and his story will break your heart … but there is a happy ending …
Read more‘World’s loneliest lion’ gets a new lease on life at South African sanctuary
About six years ago, Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire, Michigan got a new resident. It was an adorable, 65-pound mutt named Scout — …
Read moreNursing home staff adopted a dog that kept sneaking out of the shelter to visit
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Read moreDavid Attenborough to narrate third installment of ‘Planet Earth’
If you have cats, you can reasonably expect them to live up to 20 years. But chickens? Their lifespan is usually five to 10 years …
If you’ve been watching the “Sex and The City” sequel, “And Just Like That…” you probably noticed a tiny, furry new cast member. Early in …
Read moreSarah Jessica Parker adopts kitten in ‘And Just Like That…’
In July, researchers working with Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) caught a rare glimpse of an old friend: The narrowbody handfish. It …
Read moreMarine scientists spot rare handfish not seen in 27 years
When animals go viral, it’s often because they are super adorable, have fun facial expressions or maybe because they like to sit upright and … …
Read moreA cockroach trapped between glass on a plane goes viral
If you missed out on grabbing your furry friend some dog-friendly pumpkin spice doughnuts from Krispy Kreme, Busch Light is offering up a different kind …
Read moreBusch Light releases Pumpkin Spice Dog Brew just for dogs
Do you have a four-legged friend that loves to be your travel companion? Baymont Hotels is looking for a travel-loving pup to serve as its …
Read moreYour dog could make $10,000 as a hotel brand ambassador
In certain parts of the U.S., summer nights begin with an unbeatable light show. As dusk settles in, tiny yellow-green beads of light pulse in …
Read moreHow lightning bugs glow, and why bioluminescence helps them survive
A city in Wisconsin announced Monday that their Imagination Station Playground will be closed due to an investigation after the sighting of a mouse and …
Read moreA playground closed due to a mouse sighting and an investigation is underway
Krispy Kreme believes no one should miss out on pumpkin spice this fall — including your furry friends. In celebration of National Dog Day on Aug. …
Read moreKrispy Kreme will have Pup’kin Spice Doggie Doughnuts for National Dog Day
Ask any kindergartener, and they’ll tell you that giraffes have two distinguishing features: A long neck and spots. But on July 31, a giraffe at …
Here are three commonly held beliefs about bats: They’re blind, they often have rabies and they want to drink your blood. Would you be surprised …
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Read moreYou and your pet can get matching Hostess CupCake or Twinkie costumes
If you have a furry friend that has a love for peanut butter and trying new treats, there’s a chance they could earn some cold …
Read moreYour dog could make $100 an hour promoting peanut butter
For the second time in just about a year, a Red Lobster location has decided to save one of the lobsters the restaurant received. When …
It’s mating season for tarantulas. Southeast Colorado is home to thousands of the creepy crawlers. Every year in August and September, the male tarantulas leave …
Read moreThousands of tarantulas will soon be crawling across this state
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Read moreYou can now buy a smart feeder designed specifically for hummingbirds
Animals tend to appear in the strangest places when we least expect them. While some are a welcome sight, others may shock us with their …
Read moreRoseate Spoonbill spotted in Wisconsin is first in 178 years
Pit bulls have a reputation for tenacity, but they don’t get much more tenacious than Jill. The family dog managed to survive on her own …
The trendiest dog in the U.S. is a (theoretical) pit bull named Bella. That’s according to a new analysis by question-and-answer website JustAnswer. The site, …
What’s one of the most sought-after, in-demand breeds of chicken in the world? A jet-black breed called Ayam Cemani. Native to Java, Indonesia, this chicken …
Read more‘Goth chickens’ are pure black—with black bones and internal organs, too