With humans in lockdown, animals flourish
March 23, 2020, 11:41 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
Wildlife is getting more elbow room while humans stay home.
States join global push to ban animal testing
February 4, 2020, 3:09 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Dozens of countries have banned cosmetics tested on animals. More U.S. states are joining them.
Wild grey seal filmed 'clapping' on camera for the first time
February 4, 2020, 1:18 p.m. by Ben Bolton
This video changes our understanding of the marine mammal's communication methods.
Why a turtle's shell is so important
February 4, 2020, 9:25 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
It's delicate and beautiful, and it's not a suit of armor.
White House proposes no penalty for 'incidental' killing of migratory birds
February 4, 2020, 8:20 a.m. by Russell McLendon
The move would weaken the century-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Get ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count
February 3, 2020, 1:07 p.m. by Russell McLendon
This 4-day event is a chance to enjoy nature while helping bird populations, whether you sit at home or hike through the woods.
This little owl was found in a ditch, but her reason for being there was a surprise
January 31, 2020, 12:25 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Rescued owl had to go on a diet so she could soar again.
One of the oldest bald eagles ever recorded just crashed through a man's window
January 31, 2020, 9:18 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
The Wyoming man thought the bird was dead — but this magnificent creature had other plans.
Drug lord's rogue hippos taking over Colombia
January 30, 2020, 3:41 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
Pablo Escobar’s legacy of mayhem continues by way of a thriving population of giant African mammals.
Australian soldiers use time off from fighting fires to feed displaced koalas
January 30, 2020, 1:23 p.m. by Ben Bolton
The 9th Brigade stopped by Cleland Wildlife Park to lend a hand.
California's monarch butterfly population has declined by 99% since the 1980s
January 29, 2020, 10:28 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
The western monarch population may be on the verge of collapsing.
Most insects can't recognize individual faces, but these wasps can
January 28, 2020, 4:36 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
No paper wasp is just a face in the crowd.
Why Australia's surge of highly venomous spiders isn't as bad as it sounds
January 28, 2020, 2:42 p.m. by Russell McLendon
And why a zoo is asking the public to help capture them.
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10 eye-opening benefits of walking
From your heart to your head, here's why you should lace up your sneakers.
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Self-care matters more in stressful times
From sleeping and eating well to taking deep breaths, self-care is important when times are tough.
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A guide to killing germs the right way
The pros and cons of a variety of germ-busting agents.
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How often do you really need to shower?
Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but there are plenty of people who don't.
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Everything you know about hand-washing is probably wrong
Forget the 'Happy Birthday' song. Get ready to spend way more time washing your hands.
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What is mindfulness?
Defining it can be tricky, but once you have grasped the concept, we've got 5 ways to practice it.
