For those who love animals but don’t have their own pets, consider fostering one or volunteering at a shelter.

Swimming off the coast of Mexico in the Gulf of California live the few remaining vaquitas on earth. This endangered cetacean is not only the smallest porpoise species, but the most rare. Where there ...

Are you thinking about backyard chickens as egg prices soar? Think hard, especially in light of the bird flu outbreak.

Learn all you wanted to know about animals with pictures, videos, facts, news, and more. Composite photograph by Joel Sartore, National Geographic Photo Ark Amphibians ...

With a body measuring 18 inches, this animal’s tail is the length of its body plus seven inches. These creatures live in the forests of Africa, specifically in the southwestern region of Madagascar.

We know octopuses are intelligent, but watch as this octopus surprises scientists by finding its own way to solve a problem.

A dog’s unconditional love can bring warmth, purpose, and camaraderie to a senior living alone. Studies show that pet owners over 65 visit the doctor ... If you’re open to adoption, consider checking ...

Hey, Punxsutawney Phil, we sure need some of your levity right now. It’s so cold, Republicans switched their slogan to “Make ...

Cold Waves in the Rainforest: What They Mean for Wild Animals Jan. 30, 2025 — It's not always cozy and warm in the Amazon rainforest: Cold waves can cause temperatures to drop drastically.

We don't know exactly when the first animals on Earth appeared, but it's thought to be around 700 million years ago. Around 541 million years ago, at the start of the Cambrian period, hundreds of ...

They can grow to be eight metres long and they can live for up to 50 years. It has been recently discovered that basking sharks don’t always travel alone, they sometimes travel in family groups.