Long-bodied, short-legged and sleek, it has more than a hint of otter or weasel about it, which explains why it is sometimes ...

Fossils reveal an ancient platypus species (Obdurodon insignis) that still had teeth, offering insight into how this unusual ...

When George Orwell sat down in 1947 to prepare a preface to the first Ukrainian edition of Animal Farm, he produced a concise masterclass in personal and political biography. He whisks through his ...

As the Trump administration phases out the use of animal experimentation across the federal government, a biotech startup has a bold idea for an alternative to animal testing: nonsentient “organ sacks ...

Officials found the animals in feces buildup, freezing temperatures and some requiring immediate medical attention Suffolk County District Attorney's Office Suffolk County breeder charged with 23 ...

John Kowal, owner of Blue Ribbon Puppies, allegedly had 23 dogs and puppies on his property. Court documents say inspectors paid the breeder an unannounced visit on Feb. 24, and they found the dogs ...

The pygmy long-fingered possum uses its specialized ears and long digits to hunt for grubs in rotting wood. Carlos Bocos / T.F. Flannery et al., Records of the Australian Museum, 2026 Two marsupial ...

North Jersey is home to countless adoptable pets waiting for their chance at a permanent home. But among the mix of dogs, cats, and more, some of these animals have exceeded their expected stays at ...

NAME NEXT TO THE SMOKER. WHAT A LOSS. BUT WHAT A WAY TO REMEMBER AND HONOR HIM. WELL, RACHEL ANIMAL SHELTER IS FULL. THE CITY IS ASKING PEOPLE TO STEP IN. STAFF IS CARING FOR 25 DOGS RIGHT NOW, WITH ...

Last November, the UK government announced a bold plan to phase out animal testing in some areas of research. Animal tests for skin irritation are scheduled for elimination this year, and some studies ...

The medal ceremonies at the 2026 Winter Games have looked different from past Olympic ceremonies. Not only do athletes get their medals, but they earn a commemorative stuffed animal as well. The ...

New York wildlife volunteers say cries for help are pouring in about animals struggling in the record cold and persistent snow this winter. In response, Long Island's Sweetbriar Nature Center has been ...