From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the blue waters of the Great Lakes, these vast and mysterious areas are home to more than ...

Upon first glance, you may not notice too many differences between a capybara vs nutria. However, there are many different ...

As their name suggests, carrion beetles eat dead animals. These insects also lay their eggs on the deceased animals so their larvae can eat the meat when developing. But they aren't the only bugs ...

Beth Orcutt wants to learn more about life at the bottom of the ocean, to inform decision-making on deep sea mining.

By Bobby Bascomb Just 0.7% of the world’s land surface is home to one-third of the world’s most threatened and unique ...

Yes, you read that right—there’s a 20-acre desert in Maine, and it’s probably the weirdest place you’ll ever see. Known as ...

Early this year several districts in Zimbabwe were hit by an anthrax outbreak that caused a documented 513 human infections ...

In a new study, researchers estimated the impact of human activities on more than 21,000 marine animal species worldwide, taking into account their exposure and vulnerability to stressors, including ...

The United States is home to several popular attractions for visitors to explore. From awe-inspiring landscapes in National ...

With lifespans stretching far beyond human comprehension, creatures like the hydra, Greenland shark and Aldabra tortoise ...

Crocodiles are among the most fearsome predators but can be overpowered by animals such as hippos, elephants, lions, tigers, ...

Advanced modeling offers fresh insights into the diverse range of species found in rainforests. The Amazon rainforest hosts ...