Donkeys and mules, often confused, possess distinct origins and traits. Donkeys, native to Africa, are resilient species ...

“As a matter of fact,” he said, waving a long ear to dislodge a fly, “your average mule is smarter than the general run of humans, and you can put that in the bank and collect the interest.” That gem ...

Mules are known as stoic pack animals. UC Davis researchers are developing ways to better assess mules' health from facial expressions and body language. Photos taken by Amy McLean, UC Davis in ...

An intriguing study of mule deer and whitetail deer showed that both species responded to the recorded distress calls of fawns, similar to the responses elicited when coyotes attack fawns, with mule ...