New research has found an insect species with markings that are so black that they’re ‘superblack’ or ‘ultrablack’, absorbing ...

Intriguing examples of craftiness, deception and dishonesty in nature. Creatures camouflaged, the harmless mimicking the ...

Image by Svetas via Depositphotos The Florida Cottonmouth (Agkistrodon conanti), commonly known as the Water Moccasin, is a venomous pit viper that can grow up to ... that produces a sound resembling ...

curid=1120263 The bushmaster is the largest pit viper in the world and delivers a dangerous venom ... Image via Depositphotos Known for the most painful sting of any insect, the bullet ant uses its ...

The first comprehensive biodiversity survey of Cambodia’s remote and wild Virachey National Park highlights rare species.

Every story needs a villain – and in the world of Gladiators, Viper is more than willing to take up that mantle. As part of the 2025 line-up of Gladiators, Viper is taking the lead from the ...

Washington area officials are on high alert after bird flu was detected in three poultry farms in Maryland and Delaware, affecting over 500,000 chickens. Authorities have found no human cases in ...

If your child loves animals, they will love to answer some animal trivia questions for kids. These animal-related questions ...

Dec. 11, 2024 — A new study estimates that more than 9000 insects and other native invertebrates have become extinct in Australia since European arrival in 1788 and between 1-3 additional ...

Whether you're spending summer at home or in warmer climes, insect repellent is important for preventing bites and stings and the associated diseases transmitted by biting bugs. We've tested popular ...