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.
12 Colorful Frog Species: From Tie-dyed Designs to Rare Hues
Amazon Milk Frog: Named for Its Defense, Not Its Color
The Red-eyed Tree Frog Has Extremely Sensitive Skin
What Is a Group of Spiders Called? (Aside From Icky)
What Is a Group of Ants Called? Army vs. Colony vs. Swarm
10 Red Butterfly Species Found From India to Florida to Europe
What Is a Group of Sparrows Called? Reminiscent of Their Chatter
What Is a Group of Hummingbirds Called? A Buzz, a Bouquet, a Charm?
What Is a Group of Parrots Called? Way More Chaotic Than 'Flock'
What Is a Group of Fish Called? Not Always a School
10 Weirdest Fish in the World: Batfish, Hairy Frogfish, and More
10 Scariest Fish Lurking in Rivers, Deep Ocean Waters, and Shells
What Is a Group of Capybaras Called? Reminiscent of Cattle
What Is a Group of Sloths Called? It's About as Cuddly As They Are
What Is a Group of Apes Called? Not a Troop but a...
What Is a Group of Squid Called? Not a Squad, Unfortunately
10 of the Scariest Sea Creatures Lurking in the Ocean's Depths
How Bioluminescent Jellyfish Get Their Signature Glow
What Is a Group of Alligators Called? It Sounds Surprisingly Formal
10 Cutest Snake Species That Have Us Squeeing
10 Colorful Lizards to Delight Reptile Lovers
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You've heard this advice a million times, and perhaps it even brings you comfort when you're in gator territory. But is it really true?
By Alia Hoyt & Amy Hunter
To the average person, these two reptiles might look the same, but they're not. So what's the difference between alligators and crocodiles?
By Mitch Ryan
The bobcat and lynx may not be much larger than the house cat lounging on your couch, but these felines rely on specific adaptations to survive in the wild.
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Whether used in fashion or complicated mating rituals, peacock feathers drive the ladies crazy. But, what happens when a peacock loses his last feather? Will he become a fashion-don't?
As much as human beings have encroached on wildlife over recent decades, there are still several species of big cats living wild in the U.S. today.
As Hitchcock's 1963 horror classic "The Birds" taught us, it's a good idea to respect our avian friends. Before you accidentally let any bad luck take wing, peck away at these bird-related superstitions.
By Bambi Turner