In Scotland, a Zoetis UK survey of pet owners revealed similar concerns about skin-related discomfort in pets. Around 71% of owners reported noticing their pets licking excessively, 65% had observed ...

Polar bears' fur is not white. What makes their coats appear white is a result of science, allowing them to blend into the ...

Body coverings such as hair and feathers have played a central role in evolution. They enabled warm-bloodedness by insulating ...

The discovery, in a bizarre animal not closely related to birds, could change how scientists think about the origin of ...

Scientists found a 247-million-year-old reptile, Mirasaura grauvogeli, with a feather-like crest that lived in trees.

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Nature showcases incredible shape-shifting abilities in various animals for survival. From the mimic octopus's deceptive ...

This octopus breaks the rules and leaves its tidal pool, crossing the rocky coastline before diving into another tidal pool ...

With it's widely varied landscapes, Arizona is home to so many cool creatures. These are 10 of the most unique animals. Have ...

A new study has found that horses with higher parasitic loads also have worse coat conditions, thanks to the development of a ...

A 247-million-year-old fossil reptile boasted an enormous crest on its back made from feather-like appendages, long before ...

Australian goannas adapted remarkably well to harsh climates. Scientists looking for hidden bone structures in lizards may be ...