February 23, 2016 Dodos were quite intelligent, study says Is it possible that the dodo bird has been unfairly affiliated with stupidity all this time? New research released by the American Museum of Natural History says signs point to “yes.”
February 23, 2016 Baby gorilla delivered by C-section at UK zoo Bristol Zoo Gardens in the U.K. welcomed a miracle family member on February 12: a female gorilla delivered by C-section..
February 16, 2016 Endangered Colombian crocodiles get a helping hand The future of a critically endangered crocodile in Colombia just got a little brighter, thanks to a reintroduction program that resulted in the release of more than 40 of the reptiles in the past year.
February 12, 2016 San Diego Zoo hatches near-extinct 'tree lobster' insects Experts at San Diego Zoo have successfully hatched tree lobster insects.
February 12, 2016 Obama moves to protect 1.8 million acres of Calif. desert President Barack Obama granted national monument status Friday to nearly 1.8 million acres of scenic Southern California desert, a move the White House says will maintain in perpetuity the region's fragile ecosystem and natural resources, as well as provide recreational opportunities for hikers, campers, hunters and others.
February 12, 2016 What's with the long face? Horses know when you're in a bad mood Anyone who spends time around horses knows they are incredible sensitive and affectionate. But can they tell you when you have had a bad day?
February 11, 2016 Rare baby albino turtle spotted on Australian beach A group of Australians got a rare treat earlier this week, when a baby albino turtle emerged from a nest and successfully made its way down to the Coral Sea.
February 11, 2016 Monkey business: Gorilla's message about global warming was staged A recent video featuring a gorilla named Koko appearing to use sign language to warn man of the dangers of global warming was staged, and animal communication experts say there is no way a gorilla could comprehend the complexities of global warming.
February 10, 2016 19th-century 'Perpetual Mouse Trap' lives up to its name When Colin Pullinger & Sons patented its "Perpetual Mouse Trap" in 1861, the company boasted the device would "last a lifetime"—and it wasn't kidding.
February 8, 2016 2015 sets record for most shark attacks, with 98 worldwide Experts say 2015 saw a record-setting 98 unprovoked shark attacks worldwide, including 30 in Florida alone.
