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 brain.

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.

Bird flu outbreaks in the U.S. are rising, with risks to pets, wildlife, and even humans FRIDAY, Dec. 27, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A devastating bird flu outbreak has killed 20 big cats at the Wild ...

Moo Deng the pygmy hippo, Flaco the escaped eagle-owl, Charlotte the maybe-pregnant stingray — they distracted us from the messy human world but were also clear reflections of it. Hippo holidays ...

Haggis the pygmy hippo was born on October 30. There are only about 2,500 of these fun-size pachyderms like the viral Moo Deng left in the wild. RZSS Whether a large and fuzzy social media ...

Plush toys have been cherished objects for play and companionship for both children and adults over the years. They offer solace, friendship, and infinite possibilities for the imagination.

The build up to Christmas is a special time at Denby Pottery Village. Plans for the season all begin with a meeting the previous December, followed by visits to shows in January then orders completed ...

Given the remarkable and enduring bonds that often exist between humans and animals, it’s not surprising to find Hollywood choosing to tell stories that showcase them. Whether in animation or ...

What exactly is a hyena? Are hyenas dogs? Is it a feline or a canine or something else entirely? The answer to that question is somewhat complicated. The hyena can be described as a “cat-like” animal, ...