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Scientists have long focused on quantifying fear and other negative emotions in animals. Now they’re trying to measure ...

Lead researcher, Kelly Hitchcock, of Nottingham Trent University and Chester Zoo, said: "The pattern that we've seen is that ...

The National Zoological Park faces allegations that a jackal suffocated during a bear den extraction operation. Amidst controversy, charges of two ranges have shifted, sparking debate over accepted ...

Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville will now be open year-round, offering a new Indoor Zoo Experience. In a Jan. 16 press release, Animal Adventure Park announced the Indoor Zoo Experience, which ...

Yinxu - known as the last capital of the Shang - is one of China’s most important archaeological sites, famous for oracle bone inscriptions and monumental burials. The new pits add another layer: not ...

Artist, inventor and anatomist Leonardo da Vinci was the definition of a Renaissance man — and scientists are aiming to unlock the secrets of his genius on a genetic level. But there’s just one ...

Scientists are uncovering why Brazil may be one of the most important yet underused resources for studying extreme longevity. Its highly diverse population harbors millions of genetic variants missing ...

These underground rodents are the first mammals found to actively choose air with lower-than-normal oxygen levels. Their remarkable ability to survive these conditions could offer a key model for rese ...

More than 14,000 years ago, a wolf pup ate a piece of woolly rhino. Scientists have analyzed the rhino's DNA to figure out why it went extinct. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn ...

Discover the world’s oldest turtles, from Jonathan to Alagba, whose lifespans span centuries. Learn the science behind their longevity, historical significance and why they continue to fascinate ...