Heather BeGaetz and Fez BeGaetz are creating five sculptures of animals seen throughout the Illinois ecosystem.

Researchers in New Zealand saw a colorful blob on top of a shark’s head. When they looked closer, they realized it had eight arms.

The Argentine black and white tegu lizard is a non-native, invasive species distributed throughout Florida through escapes or ...

Five years after COVID-19 reached pandemic status, public health experts reflect on what we learned—and how those lessons can ...

For years, scientists felt like the fish they were watching watched them back. A new study suggests they can recognize a ...

Raising money for rescued cats, dogs, and other homeless animals is serious business — and it requires a bit of creativity.

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Saturday was the Made in Iowa Spring Market at Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids. People could buy ...

Animal biotechnology is a branch of biotechnology in which molecular biology techniques are used to genetically engineer (i.e. modify the genome of) animals in order to improve their suitability ...

The study shows that UV colors are widespread in snakes, and may play a significant role in evading predators such as birds.

Parrots are a class of birds with complex care, handling and play needs. Inexperienced owners shouldn't adopt them without ...

Under the Sea Theme An under-the-sea theme is a fun choice for a baby's first birthday. Think ocean blues, aquatic creatures ...

In the study of why and how animals look the way they do, color is king—at least, the range of color humans can see. A ...