While pelicans are familiar to the public — they are often seen in zoos and are known for their distinctive large beaks — the ...

The newly-discovered plant is an entirely new genus within the daisy family. (Scripps News Group) ...

Ifham Nizam  A groundbreaking study has revealed that a population of bats in Sri Lanka, previously thought to belong to an existing species, is actually a distinct species altogether. Scientists have ...

From octopuses to snails, the complicated molluscan family tree has now been mapped in unprecedented detail, researchers report. This includes sequences for 13 new complete genomes from across the ...

Animal antics have captured public attention and viral views across the U.S. in the last few years with the advent of ...

Then, they searched previously published research for mentions of each species’ established activity pattern: nocturnal, ...

The plant, formally known as Ovicula biradiata, is especially notable for being the simultaneous discovery of a new species ...

They are opportunistic birds of prey with a handy skill. Discover the innovative way Black-Breasted Buzzards crack open eggs.

A University of Rhode Island-led team has gathered photographic data on daily mammalian activity, studying 445 total species ...

I was lucky enough to spend some time on a backcountry island a few years ago. There was a house, but it was pretty much off ...

The black-necked crane, a first-class national protected wild animal in China, is officially designated as the "City Bird" of ...

The king cobra, a unique species distinct from true cobras, stands out for its massive size, reaching up to 18 feet, and its ...