Dogs and cats are becoming anatomically similar to each other, at least according to the latest research. Specialists agree ...

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Chris Beetow is an illustrator known for her unique pet portraits that capture the distinct personalities of animals. She ...

A "Jeopardy!" show recently asked what animal had the most chromosomes. This month's River Life column tells us more about answer: the hermit crab.

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Jb Minter, DVM, MS, DACZM, discusses the unique physical characteristics of amphibians that impact their response to anesthesia and analgesia ...

Domestication has made cats and dogs more diverse, but also curiously alike—with serious implications for their health and ...

In our five-day unit plan, students will investigate deeper into the world of snakes, exploring their shared traits, species ...

Colossal Laboratories and Biosciences had the world howling about dire wolves. But for ethicists, the question is our ...

There are some people in this world who radiate a strong spiritual energy that's hard to ignore. They're able to stay calm, ...

“Horses are great athletes because they can deliver a lot of oxygen to their muscles – way more than an elite human can —and ...