Wild Animals
Whether they crawl, fly, swim, slither, walk, run or pounce, wild animals rely on their instincts. Read about all kinds of wild animals, mammals, birds, fish, insects, reptiles and amphibians.
Toad vs. Frog: Differences in Anatomy, Habitat and More
What's the Difference Between a Newt and Salamander?
Frogs Can't Vomit, So They Eject Their Entire Stomachs
The Largest Insect in the World Is the Size of a Sparrow
Flying Ants Aren't a Separate Species, But a Life Stage
6 Facts About How Bees Learn, Think and Make Decisions
The 3 Types of Ducks Every Birdwatcher Should Know
10 Types of Owls: From Tiny Screech-owls to Great Horned Owls
Hawk vs. Falcon: Spotting Differences Between Birds of Prey
15 of the Largest Fish in Oceans, Lakes and Rivers
'Cocaine Sharks' Make Waves Off Coast of Brazil
Is the Doomsday Fish Actually a Terrible Omen?
Why Are Orcas Attacking Boats? Experts Weigh In
Squirrels Can Be Left- or Right-handed
The Happiest Animal on Earth Is the Quokka
The Largest Lobster Ever Caught, Plus 6 More Over 20 Pounds
How Long Do Jellyfish Live? Are They All Immortal?
10 Deep Sea Creatures That Are (Almost) Too Bizarre to Be Real
What Is the Longest Snake in the World? Meet the Top 9
The Most Dangerous Snake in the World Has Competition
How the Spider-tailed Horned Viper Tricks Unsuspecting Prey
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By Bambi Turner
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