Animals

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How to Put a Panda in the Mail

Yes, animals need passports too.

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Scientists Are Exploiting Sharks' "Sixth Sense" to Keep Them From Getting Caught

Sharks' sensitivity to electromagnetic fields could help steer them clear of fishing vessels.

The Time Australia Accidentally Overran Itself With Toads

Humans have a long history of clever ideas that go horribly wrong.

"The Surest Jaws on All Four Paws": Ashley Whippet, Dog Frisbee Pioneer

How a 28-pound pooch made canine Frisbee a worldwide phenomenon (and got his owner arrested).

The Time Bloodsucking Fish Rained From the Sky in Alaska

It wasn't the first time fish rain has fallen.

Man Builds 'Dog Train' to Give Rescued Dogs a Ride Around the Neighborhood

All aboard!

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7 Animals With Grand Mythological Names

Like proud parents, scientists often give their discoveries the biggest, most impressive names they can think of.

10 Terrific Facts About Trilobites

Giraffes Hum at Each Other

This is the first evidence that giraffes use vocalizations to communicate.

"Snubby," the Rare Dolphin With a Permanent Grin, is Spotted in Australia

Meet “Snubby,” a rare melon-headed, snubfin dolphin who has an adorable permanent grin.

Watch the First-Ever Horror Movies Made Just for Apes

Comparative psychologist Fumihiro Kano and his collaborator Satoshi Hirata are using the movies to study long-term memory in apes.

6 Audacious Efforts to Save Endangered Rhinos

Drones, armed guards, and international relocation are helping to protect rhinos from poachers.

6 Sssecrets of a Snake-Sound Scientissst

It's not all hiss, rattle, and slither. Snakes can also growl, fart, and shriek.

What Do Penguins Find Sexy? Beaks

A new study finds that king penguins look for mates with similar beak coloring.

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Some Japanese Monkeys Can’t Taste Bitterness

And that may be working in their favor.

9 Facts About West Highland White Terriers

These adorable dogs were bred to be hard-working and fierce—but that doesn’t mean they won't want to cuddle.

10 Fascinating Facts About Horseshoe Crabs

The ancient sea creatures have weird blood, mate en masse in May and June, and harbor a secret weapon that’s probably saved your life.

What It Means When Your Dog Looks at You

Is the way your dog looks at you a product of nature or nurture?

Citizen Science Goes to the Dogs

A new report finds that dog behavioralists can rely on at-home testing with pets.

Photographer Snaps Pic of a Seal Surfing on a Whale's Back

It was a classic case of being in the right place at the right time.

15 Electrifying Facts About Jellyfish

They're colorful, dangerous, and mesmerizing—and there's a lot more going on with gelatinous jellyfish than meets the eye. Here are 15 electrifying fast about these undersea beauties.

How Scientists Use Leeches to Locate Rare Animals

Leeches serve as rare DNA collectors.

Legendary 'Blue Bastard Fish' Identified as a New Species

Scientists just confirmed what local fishermen have known for years.

10 Plans to Weaponize Animals

"Rats, explosive."