Once they determine the animal in the photo is, in fact, a periodical cicada, that data point gets added to an ever-evolving map that helps experts track the insects and learn more about their cycles.

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Ohio is quite well-known for its incredibly rich biodiversity. However, amidst all the beauty, some dangerous animals are lurking around. While many people consider Ohio peaceful, it is important to ...

Scientists believe that 8.7 million species of animals in the world have so far been classified. And, despite their best efforts, it’s estimated that there are still 5 million species to be described.

Mitchell claimed he had permission to keep the tigers as "emotional support" animals. A 71-year-old man from Nevada is facing charges after authorities seized seven unlicensed tigers from his ...

The snake, believed to be a red-tailed boa constrictor, is an exotic animal not native to Australia, and despite not being venomous, they pose a significant risk to the native wildlife.

Rescuers capture a sick sea lion in Santa Barbara, California. Hundreds of animals have become ill from a neurotoxin, found in algae blooms, that causes concerning behavioral changes. Two ...

She said: "This is exciting to us because it confirms that the genes and gene families that we identified using our comparative genomics approach really do cause an animal to have a woolly coat ...

WATKINS, Colo. — Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating the deaths of four animals at Big Iron Ranch in Watkins. According to a spokesperson, CPW believes the animals may have been ...

Canada is going to the polls on April 28, 2025! Let’s make animals a priority for political leaders, and help drive positive change for animals. Unfortunately, Canada has some of the worst animal ...

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Romulus and Remus, two of three "dire wolves" created by Colossal scientists, were born in October 2024. (Image credit: Colossal Biosciences) De-extinction requires egg cells from a living animal ...