Thought to be extinct in the wild, the Spix Macaw currently exists in captivity with their numbers in the dismally low 60 to ...

A peer-reviewed study published in the 'Journal of the Human Behavior and Evolution Society' suggested that the world’s first ...

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Discover why the beaver is called the Architect of the Animal World. Learn how these master builders use dams to flood ...

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A carefully crafted figure of a goose and a woman suggests that art reflecting spiritual beliefs entered a new phase among early villagers in the Middle East.

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From cancer-resistant mole rats to 200-year-old whales, evolution has equipped long-lived species with unique biological ...

Penguins are some of the most charming birds on the planet, instantly recognizable by their tuxedo-like markings and humorous ...

In the jackal’s world, mum and dad stay together for life and their offspring are always eager to help. Patricia Moehlman can ...

Studying the hormones involved in social bonding in prairie voles could help scientists understand human friendships and ...