Fruit fly on the surface of apple. Image by Dimijana via Depositphotos. The tiny fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, has had an oversized impact on our understanding of genetics and heredity. In the ...

When we think about evolution, we often imagine the slow, methodical process that shaped life over millions of years. But evolution isn’t just a thing of the past—it’s happening right now, all around ...

15 Ethiopian Wolf (image credits: unsplash) The Ethiopian wolf is a rare and striking animal that calls the high-altitude grasslands of Ethiopia its only home. With its slender build, reddish fur, and ...

10. Alabama (image credits: unsplash) Alabama might surprise some as a biodiversity hotspot, but it’s home to a stunning array of unique species—especially in its rivers and streams. With over 130 ...

brown ant on brown sand during daytime. Image via Unsplash Despite their small size and seemingly simple nervous systems, social insects exhibit sophisticated care for injured or infected colony ...

When we think of dinosaurs, we often picture them as the undisputed rulers of prehistoric Earth, dominating a world devoid of familiar modern animals. However, paleontological discoveries have ...

Two dogs lying on grass. Image by pitrs10 via Depositphotos. Anyone with a dog knows that our four-legged friends are quite capable of letting one rip! Dogs fart because, like humans, they digest food ...

Nature has equipped many creatures with extraordinary defensive mechanisms that often seem like they’re straight out of science fiction. From chemical warfare to bizarre bodily functions, animals have ...

Cats, with their enigmatic eyes and graceful agility, have woven themselves into the fabric of human civilization for millennia. Serving roles that range from sacred companions to indispensable ...

In a world where most living beings are constantly searching for their next meal, there exists a fascinating group of creatures that have evolved remarkable adaptations allowing them to survive ...

From the majestic bald eagle soaring across our national consciousness to the humble carrier pigeons that transformed communication, certain animals have left an indelible mark on American history.

In the mysterious depths of our oceans, where darkness reigns and pressure crushes, a remarkable record was set that left marine biologists worldwide astounded. A Cuvier’s beaked whale plunged to an ...