In a new book, Beth Berkowitz explores how the Torah and Talmud notice the ties between animal parents and their young — and what it means for us today.

When deer start showing up in backyards, it’s easy to feel like you should help them, particularly in winter. Even just a bit of food can’t hurt, right? Well, wildlife agencies discourage this ...

From powerful birds of prey to tiny songbirds, and blind snakes to miniscule flies, an impressive range of species have ...

Behavioral adaptations also help birds survive winter storms and frigid nights. In the most inclement weather, having access to shelter is critical. The downwind side of trees is a minimum shelter, ...

At the North Florida Wildlife Center, staff are getting ready as temperatures continue to plunge. “Especially with the ...

The Palm Beach Zoo is taking special measures to ensure the safety and comfort of its animals during an upcoming cold snap.

Take a peek into the always entertaining lives of birds, from intimate moments with mates to fierce fights for territory.

Scientists undertook the first comprehensive assessment of how often snakes eat their own, uncovering reports of the behavior ...

Groundhogs predict spring with the same accuracy as flipping a coin. But they’re vital to their ecosystems, feasting through ...

A 2023 study by researchers at Auburn University revealed that free-ranging cats consume at least 2,084 different animal ...

These animals have highly unusual diets, evolving to consume anything from toxic plants to venomous arachnids.