As anyone who's owned a cat can attest, cats are independent creatures, and their behavior is often unpredictable and ...

We like to think we have animals figured out: Owls prowl at night, squirrels scamper by day, and bears sleep through winter. But it turns out wildlife isn't following our rule book, and a new global ...

For centuries, unusual animal behavior before earthquakes has been reported worldwide. Livestock becoming restless, wildlife ...

Cats are charming, mysterious, and sometimes puzzling companions. One moment they’re calm, and the next they’re up to something strange. However, most of these “odd” habits actually come from instinct ...

For humans, feces are last on the list of things we’d place near our mouth. In the animal world, that reaction does not always apply. Coprophagy is the act of eating feces, and for many species it ...

Crying is one of the most recognizable human emotional signals. Tears appear when people experience grief, relief, joy, or ...

Some animal abilities are so unusual that science still can’t explain how they work. These are real, well-documented behaviors that continue to surprise researchers. Even with advanced tools and ...

A viral video of a dachshund joyfully rolling on a blanket after eating has sparked discussion among veterinarians who weighed in on the behavior. Posted by user @digitdax, the clip features a dog ...

From grooming and exercise to health and lifespan, learn six key differences between German Shepherds and pit bulls before ...

A new study reveals the brain circuit behind parental care also controls helping behavior, offering clues about the roots of compassion.