Something about the “assassin”-like animal caught the attention of nearby ... are “commonly found on spinifex grasses” and ...

The brain pathway that causes hairy mammals like mice and dogs to shake themselves dry appears to have more to do with pressure than temperature ...

Some animals make that easy by preening, licking, and grooming themselves. But others seem not to care about getting dirty as they splash in puddles and investigate smelly garbage bags.

photo by Alena Yakusheva Animals in the mirror test may understand that the image before them is a reflection of “me” because it mimics their own movements. This study, however, went one step further: ...

Through evolution, the rich diversity of life has created animals that have some bizarre ... larvae get to work as soon as they hatch, covering themselves with a thick layer of poop.