The extinction of the Pleistocene megafauna may be people’s fault after all, according to a recent study.

In the vast realm of the animal kingdom, both terrestrial and marine giants capture the imagination with their sheer size and ...

Hybrid burgers blending insects, meat, and plants are in labs now. Scientists say they could cut emissions and boost nutrition — if consumers accept them.

For centuries, elephants have been surrounded by myths that have little to do with reality. Passed down through folklore and ...

The Fort Worth Zoo announced the birth of the first female Asian elephant calf born at the zoo since 2013. FORT WORTH, Texas ...

Mushrooms may not be the first food that comes to mind when we imagine the diets of wild primates – or our early human ...

Among its most fascinating historical inhabitants was the elephant bird (Aepyornis maximus), a colossal, flightless bird that ...

The animal kingdom showcases creatures with large heads. This feature aids in feeding and communication. It also helps in ...

Scientists knew almost nothing about how ebony trees, used for guitars and piano keys, grow. A new study reveals the secret ...

Tourists often hope for close encounters with wild animals, and in places like Sri Lanka and India, seeing Asian elephants is a big draw. These giant creatures, known for their intelligence and ...

Ursus minimus—presumed to be the common ancestor of most modern bear species—lived in Europe between approximately 4.9 ...

Elephant vs. Hippo is the right matchup when you think about them. After all, both animals hold respective titles of the first and third largest terrestrial animal. One is much larger than the other, ...