The African crested rat is the only other mammal besides humans to strategically use plant poisons.
The African crested rat is the only other mammal besides humans to strategically use plant poisons.
The discoveries on Luzon Island increase the number of native mammals known from that island from 42 to 49.
Variety is the spice of life and animals know it pays to be flexible.
Variety is the spice of life and animals know it pays to be flexible.
In a rare bit of good news, both the human and feline residents weathered the disaster. But like so many affected by the crisis in Japan, they need help.
Certain birds in the burbs are suffering big time, making these areas less-than-hospitable homes for some species.
Depending on which Zodiac calendar you follow, you're going to be ringing in the new year with one of these two animals.
Beavers have a knack for river restoration.
Floods in Australia have unleashed a "plague" of mice, spiders, snakes and crocodiles.