Runaway llama keeps deputies on their toes
January 5, 2017, 12:33 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The runaway critter appeared in traffic at rush hour.
Horse escapes certain death by posing as donkey
January 5, 2017, 11:58 a.m. by Michael d'Estries
Rescue organization sent to save mini donkeys from a slaughterhouse discovers an adorable imposter standing in their midst.
Earth's tiniest porpoise approaches extinction
January 5, 2017, 11:33 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Only about 60 vaquitas are left on Earth, all squeezed into a corner of Mexico's Gulf of California.
Birds are migrating earlier as global temperatures rise
January 4, 2017, 11:41 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
A new study shows that birds are arriving at breeding grounds earlier — and potentially missing out on food.
Why chickens deserve more respect
January 4, 2017, 8:28 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
New review of research uncovers an array of impressive traits.
You can watch the newly hatched bald eagle chick grow up!
January 3, 2017, 12:33 p.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
A bald eagle chick hatched from an egg on livestream TV over the weekend.
6 surprising facts about ladybugs
December 30, 2016, 3:37 p.m. by Angela Nelson
Did you know they got their name from farmers in the Middle Ages?
Hordes of insects migrate overhead each year
December 30, 2016, 11:22 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Migrating insects are usually overshadowed by birds. But a new study reveals how impressive — and important — their travels can be.
Revel in this 'magic cloud' of synchronized starlings
December 29, 2016, 12:12 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
Gorgeous sunset murmuration was captured above Logroño, Spain on Christmas Day.
Researchers decode bat talk, find they argue about surprisingly specific problems
December 28, 2016, 8 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
After decoding the chatter of Egyptian fruit bats, it turns out that they air detailed disputes on an individual level.
Why are red-winged blackbirds falling out of the sky?
December 27, 2016, 1:28 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Why are red-winged blackbirds falling out of the sky?
Toronto Zoo panda does battle with snowman
December 24, 2016, 8:32 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
This is much better than a snowball fight!
Giant nerd battle erupts on Twitter over which animal has #BestSpots
December 22, 2016, 3:20 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
From cheetahs to narwhals to butterflies, scientists are smack talking on Twitter over their choice for coolest spots.
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