

Animals

5 Signs Spring Has Officially Arrived in Nature
From birdsong to bug booms, these are sure signs that spring is here.
11 Springtime Superstitions, From Balancing Eggs to Burning Snowmen
Want to call in some good luck this spring? Try killing the first snake you see—or any of these other springtime traditions from around the world.
6 Misconceptions About What Animals Eat
If you believe that mice love cheese, rabbits love carrots, and elephants love peanuts...you're wrong. Here are six incorrect beliefs about what animals like to eat.Pets

This Handy Chart Tells You When It’s Too Cold to Walk Your Dog
Dogs have built-in fur coats, but that doesn’t mean they don’t get chilly during their winter walks.
17 Fascinating Facts You May Not Know About Horses
Horses and humans have a long history together. But how much do you really know about these incredible animals?
These 12 Beloved Christmas Songs Might Be Causing Your Pet Serious Stress
You might want to rethink blasting “Last Christmas” on a loop this holiday season. These 12 Christmas songs might be causing your pet stress.
8 Helpful Tips for Keeping Pets Out of Christmas Trees
Having pets doesn’t mean sacrificing the well-being of your Christmas tree. There are easy measures you can take to keep your Christmas tree pet-proof.
Quiz: Can You Name the Disney Movie by the Animal?
Some of the best Disney movies at least feature a few animals as side characters, while others star animals. Test your Disney knowledge with our trivia quiz.
The Time Calvin Coolidge’s Pet Raccoon Was Meant to Be Thanksgiving Dinner
The White House took a special liking to the animal.
Mapped: The Most Stressful States for Pet Parents on Thanksgiving
A look at which states have some of the worst stressors on pet parents when traveling for Thanksgiving.
The States With the Most Devoted Dog Owners, Mapped
Dog parents in these 10 states are willing to make some life-changing decisions for their pets.Birds

10 Utterly Strange Animal Smuggling Stories
From leopards hidden in luggage to over a hundred snakes stashed in a man’s pants, there are some absolutely wild stories of people smuggling animals.
What Is This ‘Bird Theory’ Trend Going Viral on TikTok?
TikTok's latest viral trend has users telling their partners about the bird they saw today, but what exactly is the “Bird Theory”?
11 Things We Know About the Dodo
Careful study of surviving documents and specimens, as well as a little science, have revealed a bit about the dodo.Cats

7 Things You Should Know Before Adopting a Senior Pet
Older animals can still make great companions—here’s what to consider when looking to add one to your family.Dogs

Top 5 Smartest Animals in the World, Ranked by Intelligence
From problem-solving to emotional intelligence, these five animals exhibit brainpower that rivals humans.
6 of the Most Loyal Dogs Throughout History
They don’t call them “Man’s Best Friend” for nothing. These six fiercely loyal dogs proved they’d do anything for their animal companion.
The 10 Most Expensive Cities to Own a Dog (#1 Might Surprise You)
Taking vet bills and daycare into account, some of the costliest cities for dog lovers might be unexpected.
These Are the Top Trending Pet Costumes for Halloween
See which pet costumes people are most excited for this Halloween.Fish

7 Facts About the Feast of the Seven Fishes
The Feast of the Seven Fishes, or ‘Festa dei Sette Pesci,’ is a delectable blend of the sacred and secular, the old world and the new.
The Strange-But-True European Christmas Ritual Involving a Live Carp
The history of Christmas carp and how to prepare it in European countries such as Poland and Slovakia.
5 Nightmare-Worthy Beasts From Prehistory
These now-extinct creatures, including the Anteosaurus and Nanuqsaurus, are total nightmare fuel.
8 Bizarre (and Terrifying) Deep-Sea Creatures
From a ginormous relative of the garden pillbug to fish with translucent heads, these organisms are adapted to the dark, cold, pressurized environment of the deep sea.Insects

Quiz: Can You Name All 26 Words in the NATO Phonetic Alphabet in Under 5 Minutes?
How fast can you name all 26 words in the NATO Phonetic Alphabet? This quiz will put your knowledge and speed to the test.
13 Things Made Collectible Thanks to Spelling Errors
From the Vatican’s “Lesus” medal to Beanie Babies to the Civil War coins that declare “shoot him on the spoot.”
11 Rules (And Their Exceptions) to Help Conquer Your Spelling Woes
English spelling can be frustrating and confusing, but there are things you can do to help make the task of getting it right more manageable.Reptiles








