The first ever stuffed animal was created around 1880 by a German seamstress named Margarete Steiff. Except, it wasn’t a stuffed animal she made, but a small pincushion in the shape of an elephant.

When it comes to high-quality stuffed animals, there are a few brands that stand out from the rest. Some of the top brands include Steiff, Jellycat, and Aurora. These brands are known for their ...

The teddy bear emerged out of a presidency. In November 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt was on a bear hunting excursion in ...

The Sarasota Toy Museum in Sarasota is a delightful journey through classic playthings and cherished memories. This isn’t ...

Kermit, Fozzy, Animal, et al., were all fashioned into toy form so that ... For the 125th anniversary of the Teddy bear in 2013, the German company Steiff produced this one-of-a-kind 125-karat ursine.

Animal behavior research is particularly relevant to the study of human behavior when it comes to the preservation of a species, or how an animal’s behavior helps it survive. The behavior of ...

Animal physiology is the scientific study of the life-supporting properties, functions and processes of animals or their parts. The discipline covers key homeostatic processes, such as the ...

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards crowned the funniest animal photos of the year. In its tenth year, the CWPA hopes that by showcasing wildlife's humour, conversations on conservation can occur.

Jan. 19, 2025 — Ecologists have identified significant ecological risks associated with the release of hybrid groupers into Hong Kong's coastal waters, a practice ...

Jan. 15, 2025 — Researchers have identified nine mutations in a bird flu strain from a person in Texas. Bad news: this strain is more capable of causing disease and replicates better in the ...