Animal stories cover species recovery, rescue operations, conservation milestones, and the moments where humans and animals connect in unexpected ways. We are particularly interested in population recoveries for endangered species, successful rewilding programs, and veterinary breakthroughs.
Wildlife Photog Captures Hummingbird Hawk-Moth Hovering at 85 Wingbeats Per Second
A wildlife moth has been photographed hovering over flowers, mimicking the behavior of a hummingbird. The hummingbird hawk-moth is a migrant species that travels from southern Europe and North Africa …
Mother bats' hearts beat faster at the sound of their own babies' cries
Mother bats have a unique challenge in identifying their own young among a large colony, but they are able to recognize their own offspring through a distinct cry. Japanese house bat mothers use this …
Hearing laughter may cause orangutans to value rewards more
A recent study found that orangutans value what they learned more when they are in a positive mood. The research suggests that these primates may be more motivated to learn and understand new things w…
California Couple Has Traveled to 33 Countries Photographing Every Wild Cat Species on Earth
A California couple has been traveling the world to document all 40 wild cat species, with only one left to photograph. They have taken stunning photos in 33 countries across five continents using cam…
Meet the World’s First Bird With 3D-Printed Upper and Lower Beak Prostheses
A southern ground hornbill at the ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo in the Netherlands has been fitted with 3D-printed prostheses for its upper and lower beak after suffering a severe injury. The bird was lef…
Huge fin whale filmed off Welsh coast
A rare sighting of a fin whale has been recorded off the Welsh coast, where it was filmed lunge feeding. The video shows the whale in its natural habitat, feeding on small fish. The footage was captur…
Moment giant fin whale's huge mouth engulfs thousands of gallons of water
A videographer filmed a giant fin whale swimming underwater, its massive mouth open wide to scoop up thousands of gallons of water. The whale is seen engulfing water in this unusual behavior known as …
Guatemala gains its first endemic bird in American Ornithological Society's 67th supplement
The American Ornithological Society has recognized a new endemic bird species in Guatemala. This decision was made through an update to the society's Check-list of North American Birds. The specific d…
Mozambique Protects the ‘Butterfly Forest’ of Mount Mabu, Home to 200 Species
The government of Mozambique has designated a large area around Mount Mabu as a protected community conservation zone. This area is known for being one of the wettest in southern Africa and home to ma…