Animals

Jun 13, 2017 01:48 PM EDT

Humans Are Changing the Underwater Soundscapes of the World's Oceans

Oceanographer Kate Stafford explains how climate change and loss of sea ice may affect marine life in unpredictable ways.

Jun 13, 2017 12:59 PM EDT

Ocean Acidification, Global Warming's Evil Twin, is Killing the Oceans

Ocean acidification, caused by the increase in carbon dioxide in our atmosphere, is killing ocean life and it must be stopped before it's too late.

Jun 12, 2017 07:27 PM EDT

Live Donkey is Fed to Tigers at Zoo in China

A video from a zoo in China has gone viral. The graphic and disturbing video shows men pushing a live donkey into a tiger enclosure and the obvious aftermath that ensued.

Jun 12, 2017 02:36 PM EDT

Could Edible Insects Solve World Hunger?

Mealworm cookie, anyone?

Jun 09, 2017 07:37 AM EDT

Hear the Buzz: Scientists Use Microphone, iPad Minis to Track Pollinating Bees

This new acoustic survey technique could accurately predict bee activity and pollination services

Jun 09, 2017 07:22 AM EDT

Shields Up: The CDC Says This Summer Will Be The Worst For Ticks

Unfortunately, tick season is officially here. And, according to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, summer 2017 is going to be our biggest tick-fest yet.

Jun 08, 2017 06:54 PM EDT

Bumblebees Thrive in Detroit, Where Little Else Can

The economic destruction of Detroit, Michigan produces a thriving ecosystem for bumblebees. Too bad they can't pay taxes.

Whale Watching Season Underway In Sydney

Jun 08, 2017 06:53 PM EDT

Baby Humpback Whales Whisper To Get Mom's Attention

A recent study suggests humpback whale calves whisper to get their mother’s attention.

New Baby Snow Leopard Makes His Debut At NY's Bronx Zoo

Jun 08, 2017 06:53 PM EDT

Humans Are Bringing On Earth’s Sixth Mass Extinction

Mammals, birds and amphibians are currently becoming extinct at rates comparable to the previous five mass extinctions.

London Zoo Opens New Giants Of The Galápagos Exhibit

Jun 09, 2017 07:18 AM EDT

There May Be Hope For The ‘Lost’ Tortoises Of the Galapagos

Conservationists say there’s hope for the 'lost' giant tortoises of Floreana Island.

Jun 05, 2017 07:11 AM EDT

Doctor Slams Miracle 'Vaginal Rejuvenation' Technique, Strongly Advises Against Putting Dried Wasp Nest in Vaginas

Putting oak galls in vaginas could become really dangerous.

Jun 01, 2017 11:09 AM EDT

Faceless Fish Emerges From the Australian Abyss

Among a series of strange creatures retrieved in the deep Australian sea is a faceless fish.

May 31, 2017 12:49 PM EDT

Bizarre Animals: This New Glass Frog Species Has a Fully Exposed Heart

Despite being newly discovered, Hyalinobatrachium yaku already faces major challenges for its survival, including oil extraction in the region and the related water pollution, road development, habitat degradation and isolation.

May 30, 2017 12:57 PM EDT

Nearly Extinct Florida Panther Returns to the Wild North

For years, the Florida panther has dangerously flirted with extinction. Fortunately, recent data shows they're crossing further north and increasing in number.