Clever Mountain Chickadees Gain a Winter Survival Edge
For a mountain chickadee facing winter in California’s Sierra Nevada, having a sharp memory can be a matter of life and death. These tiny birds weigh roughly as much as…
A coral reef thought dead for 60 years is teeming with life
A coral reef off the coast of Benin, long believed to be lifeless, has been rediscovered — and it appears to be alive and in surprisingly good condition. The reef…
Scientists discover a mysterious new frog hiding in the Amazon
Scientists exploring the western Amazon have described a previously unknown frog species that lives in forests regularly covered by seasonal floodwaters. The species, named Adenomera varcena, provides another example of…
Retired Couple Opens Their Home to 59 Foster Dogs: ‘We Just Want Them Out of the Kennels’
For the past 15 years, Nicole and Gary Wordsworth have opened their home to dogs in need — 59 of them so far — and they have no intention of…
Photographer Takes Cover as 400 Wild Reindeer Thunder Straight Toward Him
“It was incredible. A privilege.” Anton Freyr Birgisson is no stranger to Iceland’s wildlife. As a nature photographer and wilderness guide for Geo Travel Iceland, he has spent years exploring…
Tiny Marsupial Feared To Be On The ‘Brink Of Extinction’ Is Spotted For The First Time In 50 Years
“This is very exciting and great news.” The Kimberley region of Western Australia is a vast landscape of rocky gorges, open savannas and rugged mountain ranges. Its remote terrain provides…
Hiker Offers McDonald’s To A Soaking-Wet Dog — Then Realizes The Pup Wants Something Completely Different
Sam had just finished a hike when the weather took a turn. Rain began falling heavily, so on his way home he stopped at a fast-food restaurant to grab something…
Hiker Offers McDonald’s To A Soaking-Wet Dog — Then Realizes The Pup Is Desperately Trying To Tell Him Something
“He went right past the food …” After a long hike, Sam decided to stop at a fast-food restaurant on his way home. Rain was pouring down, so he figured…
‘Dead’ Possum Found Hanging From A Fence Suddenly Comes Back To Life At A Rescuer’s Touch
“I saw an arm move. Then the eyes opened.” When Hamilton Wildlife Shelter in Australia received a call about a ringtail possum trapped between two gate poles, the situation already…
Close-Up Photos Of A Hummingbird’s Eye Reveal A Stunning Detail Most People Have Never Noticed
“Absolutely amazing!” Hummingbirds are already some of the most eye-catching animals in nature. Their shimmering feathers can flash brilliant shades of green, blue, red and purple as they dart through…