ANIMALS

11 Frosty Facts About the Iditarod

72 mushers are currently on the wintry trail to Nome.

Scientists Capture First Underwater Footage of Rare Beaked Whales

The True's beaked whale is one of the most elusive mammals in the ocean.

4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Feed the Birds (Or Any Animals)

Step away from the bread.

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Wild Elephants May Get the Least Sleep of Any Mammal

Scientists say some survive on as little as two hours a night and can go up to 46 hours without sleeping.

15 Fabulous and Famous Internet Pigs

Happy National Pig Day!

New York Warns Drivers to Watch Out for Frogs Crossing the Road

Due to warm weather, amphibians may be coming out of hibernation earlier than usual.

8 Animals That Are No Longer Endangered

Animals are under threat around the world, but there are some great comeback stories, too. Here are eight species that beat the odds and are no longer considered endangered.

New Study Finds No Link Between Childhood Cat Ownership and Psychosis

Contrary to prior reports, the new study found that living with a cat before birth or in childhood did not increase adolescents’ risk of experiencing psychotic episodes.

8 Times Cats Interrupted Things

Because cats.

Why Don't Vultures Eat Live Prey?

Just like undertakers have the world’s most secure job, vultures have the world’s most secure food source.

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Why Lady Mantises Eat Their Mates

Genetically speaking, getting eaten could be the best thing to ever happen to a male mantis.

North Carolina Man Charged with Stealing 1000-Pound Chicken Statue

A birthday present from a poultry farmer to his wife, the statue mysteriously disappeared overnight.

5 Times Scientists Played Animal Matchmakers

Sometimes Cupid needs a little push.

Our Pollution Has Now Reached Deep-Sea Animals

Scientists found high levels of contamination in two of the deepest ocean trenches.

The Strange Logic of the Strawberry Squid’s Lopsided Eyes

Researchers say each of the pink squid’s eyes serves a different function down in the dark depths.

New Documentary Follows South Africa's All-Female Anti-Poaching Unit

The Black Mambas spend their days patrolling the country’s Balule Nature Reserve, protecting rhinos and other endangered species.

Science Explains Why Your Lab Is Always Hungry

A gene variant associated with appetite and obesity has been found in several Labrador retriever breeds.

12 Historic Westminster Best in Show Winners

The award has a long and interesting history.

10 Roaring Facts About Jaguars

4. Jaguars will take on bears.

New Gecko Species Gets Naked to Escape Predators

When trapped, the little lizard simply sheds its big scales and regrows them later.

Kedi, A Heartwarming New Documentary, Stars Istanbul's Street Cats

The residents of Istanbul have a special friendship with the cats that roam their streets.

Clifford estimating a fraction of the poop he produces in a single day.

A Genius Theory for How Clifford the Big Red Dog's Owner Would Pick Up the Pup's Poop

Clifford the Big Red Dog's size poses a lot of interesting issues for a pet owner—including how one would clean up after this ginormous canine, as no pooper scooper would be big enough.

9 Fluffy Facts About the Shih Tzu

Learn more about the so-called "lion dogs."

Have You Seen This Bobcat? Ollie Escapes From National Zoo

She's mostly harmless to humans, but hide your chickens.

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