2 hours of sleep a day? How this animal can survive is a mystery.April 20, 2023 – The surprisingly short shut-eye may be a way for the elephant seal to avoid predators—an intriguing find from the first-ever sleep study on marine mammals in the wild.
Frans de Waal, biologist who championed animal intelligence and emotion, dies at 75March 21, 2024 – The primatologist found parallels between human behavior and that of our evolutionary cousins.
Farm Animals Image | National Geographic Photo of the DayA young boy tempts his pet calf and lamb with bottles of milk in this National Geographic Photo of the Day.
Animal coloring pagesApril 15, 2020 – Add some color to your favorite animal, then hang up your creation for everyone to see!
Toothless and ‘paltry’: Critics slam USDA’s fines for animal welfare violationsDecember 12, 2022 – A government watchdog has repeatedly challenged the agency for the way it calculates fines. So far this year, more than half of the fines issued were for less than $9,000.
What do wild animals do in wildfires?September 08, 2020 – Big wildfires, like those tearing across California, can hurt some animals. Yet others escape—and some species even thrive.
These animals offer key clues for environmental changeSeptember 17, 2021 – Indicator species are often the first to be affected by change in an ecosystem. Studying these sensitive animals helps scientists detect the effects of climate change and pollution early.
Funny Fill-In: Party AnimalsMay 28, 2019 – It's a pet party! Fill in the blanks to get your own funny story.
Wild animals are adapting to city life in surprisingly savvy waysJune 07, 2022 – Why bears know when it’s trash day, coyotes learned to look both ways before crossing the street, and raccoons can untie bungee cords.
USDA accused of ignoring animal welfare violations in favor of business interestsOctober 13, 2021 – Former USDA employees say inspectors were discouraged from documenting poor welfare.
How animals are affected by plasticAugust 24, 2020 – Find out how pollution can hurt animals and what you can do to help.
The 12 most intriguing animal discoveries of 2021December 08, 2021 – Here are our editors’ picks for the most compelling wildlife findings of the year, from ants that can regrow their brains to the world’s tiniest reptile.
Why animals developed four types of skeletonsOctober 19, 2021 – From a Hercules beetle tough natural armor to a sea anemone’s soft fluid-filled body, nature boasts a variety of skeletons.
Why animal shelters are facing a new crisisSeptember 07, 2021 – Across North America, staffing shortages and the pandemic make it a struggle to help homeless dogs, cats, and rabbits.
How to write an animal reportJuly 16, 2020 – Your teacher wants a written report on the beluga whale. Not to worry. Use these organizational tools so you can stay afloat while writing a report.