Mammals
Scientifically-speaking there are 11 mammal groups, and most Mammals are warm-blooded, have body hair, give live birth and nurse their young with milk from mammary glands. Check out these articles about all kinds of mammals.
How Often Do Whales Come Up for Air?
How Do Whales Sleep? They're Always Half Awake (Literally)
Are Whales Mammals? Yes, and They're Related to Hippos
The Largest Bat in the World Has a Wingspan Over 5 Feet
Baby Bats Babble With Moms, Hinting at Human Language Development
Fruit Bats Are the Best Pollinators (and Suppliers of Tequila)
What Do Pandas Eat (Other Than Bamboo)?
Polar Bear vs. Grizzly Bear: Which Bear Is Bigger and Tougher?
The Biggest Bear Stands 5 Feet Tall on All Fours (Not Even on Its Hind Legs)
Panther vs. Jaguar: Kind of Like Saying 'Apple vs. Granny Smith'
Siberian Tiger vs. Bengal Tiger: A Showdown of Big Cats
10 Types of Lions (Including 4 Extinct Species)
Hog vs. Pig: Are You Calling That Swine by the Right Name?
Elk vs. Deer Antlers, Size, Habitats and Voices (Yes, Voices)
Bison Bounced Back From Near Extinction
The Happiest Animal on Earth Is the Quokka
What Do Possums Eat? Most Things, It Turns Out
What's It Like Inside a Kangaroo's Pouch?
15 Types of Monkeys Climbing Trees All Around the World
What Do Gorillas Eat? How Are They Such Muscular Herbivores?
The Tarsier Is One Weird Primate, and Yes, We're Related
Is the Rat King Real or Simply an Urban Legend?
What Do Groundhogs Eat?
What Do Squirrels Eat (Aside From Nuts)?
What Do Skunks Eat? Just About Anything They Find
What Do Raccoons Eat? You Won't Be Surprised
What Do Foxes Eat When They're Not Raiding Your Garden?
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The clouded leopard roams the dense forests of Southeast Asia, from the foothills of the Himalayas to the tropical rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. These elusive big cats have striking coat patterns and unique adaptations.
By Yara Simón
Often called the "ghosts of the mountains," the elusive snow leopard is one of the most mysterious big cats. Found in the rugged mountain ranges of Central Asia, these beautiful animals are perfectly adapted to their harsh, cold environments.
By Yara Simón
The cougar, also known as Puma concolor, is one of the most adaptable and widespread cat species in the Americas. You can find this elusive predator, commonly referred to as a mountain lion or puma, across a vast range that extends from the southern tip of South America to the wilds of Canada.
By Yara Simón
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The lion, scientifically known as Panthera leo, is an awe-inspiring animal. These majestic big cats symbolize strength, courage, and royalty across various cultures. Primarily found in Africa and a small pocket in India, wild lions play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems.
By Yara Simón
Tigers, scientifically known as Panthera tigris, have striking orange coats, black stripes and piercing eyes. Like other big cats, tigers are at risk. Tiger populations occupy about 5 percent of their historical range, making conservation necessary.
By Yara Simón
Leopards, scientifically known as Panthera pardus, are some of the most adaptable big cats in the world. These sleek and powerful animals live in various habitats, from the savannas of Africa to the mountains of Central Asia.
By Yara Simón
For the past few years, orcas attacking boats have been making headlines, most recently off the coasts of Spain in the Atlantic Ocean. These incidents, involving a group of orcas known as the Iberian orcas, have been occurring since 2020.
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A study at the University of Exeter in January 2020 found that squirrels that strongly favored a paw - whether right or left - perform less well at learning tasks. Ah ... OK. So. Many. Questions.
It's small. It's cute. It's the happiest animal on Earth. The quokka earned the title of world's happiest animal because of its "smile."
By Yara Simón
Get ready to unleash your inner wild as we prowl into the heart of the animal kingdom, where the biggest cat in the world roams. And no, we're not talking about Barivel, the Maine coon who holds the record for the longest domestic cat in the world.
Whether out of fear or fascination, you might wonder, what is the largest bat in the world? The flying mammals aren't all petite petite creatures.
By Zach Taras
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People often use the terms "bison" and "buffalo" interchangeably when referring to large, wooly animals in the Bovidae family. If you drive by one of the two in a national park you may even be inclined to say, "Buffalo, bison - they're basically the same, right?"
By Sascha Bos
Think you can handle cheetah vs. leopard identification? Despite the similar coats, these big cats are built for very different habitats and hunting priorities.
If you're trying to keep opossums out of your trash, you may be asking yourself, "What do possums eat?" Unfortunately, the answer is just about everything.
By Yara Simón
Determining whether you're dealing with a rat vs. mouse infestation is the first step in solving the problem.
By Yara Simón
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If the differences between a lamb vs. a sheep has kept you awake at night, the answer to your musings is simple: A lamb is just a baby sheep.
By Sascha Bos
Bunny vs. rabbit vs. hare: Do you know how to tell these animals apart? Do you know which ones are the same? We give the full rundown.
By Marie Look
Pinning down chipmunk vs. squirrel identification is trickier than you might expect. The differences between the species largely come down to size and habitat.
By Sascha Bos
Learn how to identify coyote vs. wolf tracks, where you can expect to find the species and how their behaviors differ.
By Marie Look
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The world's largest wolves weigh up to 175 pounds (79.4 kilograms) and measure up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length.
The pink fairy armadillo looks like something out of a children's book and is so rare that very few people have ever seen one.
By Carrie Tatro
There are tons of squirrel species around the world. Do they all have the same life span?
You don't want an animal living in your house that's smarter than a raccoon and never rests.
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Don't freak out with worry if you see a splooting squirrel - he's just cooling off in the best way he knows how.
Though it's true that joeys poop in their mother's pouch, also known as the marsupium, it's still a pretty cozy place to spend the first few months of life.