The terms “ape,” “great ape,” “monkey,” “primate,” and “gorilla” are often used interchangeably, but they describe very ...

It’s a good idea to steer clear of both wasps and hornets – two aggressive insects that sting to protect their nests. This ...

Beyond their coat colors (red for foxes and gray for coyotes) these two canines differ in fascinating ways, from their evolutionary origins to their physical traits, behaviors, and habitats. Curious ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. It's easy to mistake llamas and alpacas for each other: Both are slender fluffy four-legged ...

If you spot a small, long-tailed amphibian near a forested pond, you are likely looking at a salamander or a newt. But what's the difference between a salamander and a newt? And how do you tell them ...

A large predator lurks in the brush, flashing a long tail and fur printed with telltale black and tan rosettes. It must surely be a leopard. Or … could it be a jaguar? With their stealthy hunting ...