One of the things Australia is known for is its animals, predominantly, the deadly kind. While there are deadly animals in ...

Some animals are beautiful to look at, but terrifying to encounter. From relentless predators like the saltwater crocodile to ...

Using genes borrowed from bacteria, researchers have demonstrated fish and flies can be engineered to break down methylmercury and remove it from their bodies as a less harmful gas, offering new ways ...

How do crocs propel their massive bodies straight up into the air? Find out how coordinated crocodiles defy gravity with ...

This article introduces you to 22 of Australia’s deadliest creatures, shedding light on their unique characteristics and how best to stay safe in their habitats. The Box Jellyfish, often found in ...

From silent-striking snakes to stealthy sea dwellers, these animals carry enough venom to stop you in your ... Some species, like the Australian box jellyfish, have venom so powerful it can stop a ...

Part two of a column that began on Feb. 8 Mark Twain at his best: “The two most important days of your life are the day you were born and the day you found out why.” — Email newsletter signup Sign up ...

A southern cassowary chick hatched in the UK, making it only the second one of its species to have hatched on European soil.

Rat and mouse baits commonly used around the home and in the workplace could potentially wipe out as many as nine species of endangered Australian marsupial carnivores, including the iconic Tasmanian ...

Animals Australia, an animal welfare group, has filed proceedings in the Supreme Court of Victoria, challenging the decision. The case is due to be heard this year. Announcing the legal action ...

From toxic plants to deadly seafood, here are three of the world’s deadliest foods. The first on our list is cassava, a dietary essential for millions, particularly in tropical regions.

A U.S. Navy electronic-warfare aircraft crashed into San Diego Bay in California this week, injuring two service members. The Navy said both pilots onboard the Boeing EA-18G Growler were rescued ...