The white-backed swallow survives the extreme temperatures of inland Australia by reducing its body temperature to save ...

Play is important for animals in captivity, both as an indicator of their emotional states and as a contributor to their long ...

Baby animals may look harmless, but the world they’re born into is violent and unforgiving. Many of the cutest species rely ...

This bird lies for a living. Here’s what biological researchers have gleaned about its intelligence by observing its clever ...

Scientists filmed a squid covering itself in mud and holding its tentacles upright, using camouflage that helps it hide on the ocean floor.

Imagine that you’re taking an evening stroll in the woods. All of a sudden, you spot a flash of color and two glowing eyes.

Tina and Milo, the ermine and stoat mascots of the upcoming 2026 Olympic Games in Italy, are already everywhere -– smiling on stuffed animals, posters, mugs and T-shirts.Ermines and stoats are the ...

Discover the fascinating adaptations of the snowshoe hare, a resilient creature that thrives in New England's harsh winters. Learn how climate change is impacting its survival.

Whether it’s seaweed cloaks or see-through wings, these animals know how to hide. Meet four masters of disguise who’ve turned camouflage and mimicry into a work of art.

Did you know there's an insect that naturally blends in with its surroundings? Learn all about the rare leaf insect's ...

With tide their clock, gravity their compass and sunlight their fuel, animalgae is a deal-breaking bond. Having shed major ...

Abbott H. Thayer’s painting of a peacock camouflaged in the foliage in “Concealing-Coloration in the Animal Kingdom” (1909) (image via Biodiversity Heritage Library) “Concealing-coloration in the ...