animals

Research Suggests That Some Monkeys Use Sex Toys

The research focused on a group of macaques

What's It Like to Discover the Remains of a Mammoth?

Mammoths aren't the only animals that can be found in the permafrost

Resurrecting an Extinct Tiger, With Help From Chris Hemsworth and Paris Hilton

The startup Colossal wants to reverse extinction, and celebrities are sold on the project

Spotted Lanternflies Now Have Their Own Influencer

Specifically, influencing people on how to catch them

Arctic Sharks Are Now Showing Up in the Caribbean, Apparently

The Greenland shark was spotted in the area for the first time in history, seemingly vacationing off the coast of Belize

As Coyotes Acclimate to Cities, Humans Acclimate to Their Wild Neighbors

The response to urban coyotes is changing for the better of all

Inside the Unexpected Mating Habits of Desert Toads

Female toads can make surprising decisions

Why Are So Many Tourists Getting Attacked by Bison at Yellowstone?

Three people have been gored by the animals in the last two months alone

This Is the Cleanest New York Harbor Has Been Since the Civil War

The ecosystem's exciting recovery is a surprise to everyone but those who've been fighting to save it

This Weekend, Come to Mendocino and Eat Some Sea Urchins, A Delicious Menace

The community's Purple Urchin Festival may be summer's best food fest

Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know (Or Maybe Never Wanted to Know) About Zoophilia

There are serious ethical implications when it comes to being sexually attracted to animals. But is it possible to explore this fetish in a healthy way?

The Chicago Ban on Foie Gras Is Long Gone, But the Controversy Isn’t

"The reality is that it's a bit of an antiquated product," says chef Robert Shaner, "but it’s so incredibly delicious."

Apparently There Is a Thriving, Terrifying Black Market for Spiders

Another threat to global biodiversity: online sales of arachnids

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What Can Animals Tell Us About How We Age?

Deer and sheep have a lot to say, it turns out

The 7 Best Places in the World to See Wild Dolphins

Plus, reputable operators that put the welfare of the animal first

Bottled-Up Bottlenoses: The Ugly Truth Behind Our Love of Dolphins

Dolphins are the smiling ambassadors of the sea, but a growing chorus of scientists, trainers and advocates say it’s time to end their captivity

9 Luxury Hotels With Epic Animal Encounters

Walk on the wild side at these unique properties with incredible wildlife

Adventure Racer Shares the Real Story Behind “Arthur the King”

Mikael Lindnord recounts the time a dog joined him on a grueling six-day race in Ecuador, which inspired the new movie

New Study Reveals How Cities and Highways Affect Giant Spiders

Joro spiders have become more common in the U.S. recently

Learning How Animals Hibernate Could Help Humans Live Longer

Bears, squirrels and bats all have plenty to teach us

Wolves' Pending Return to Colorado Gets Mixed Reception

This follows a 2020 vote that paved the way for more wolves in the state

Climate Change Decimated Alaska's Snow Crab Population

A new study analyzed a substantial drop in the crab population

The Next Big Thing in Medical Technology Could Come From the Octopus

Eight arms, several brains and a scientific breakthrough?

Sea Lion Concerns Prompt Long-Term Closure of San Diego Beach

Maybe sea lions don't want to be in your selfies