Animals provide us with memorable moments year-round, from the cute to the curious. Whether furry pets, farmyard animals, or creatures of the wild, animal antics are endlessly fascinating. On ...

Pigeons that do somersaults, snakes that fake death with extra flair and surprised canines are among the organisms that enthralled the Science News staff. Legends of “flying leeches” have fueled a ...

Every year, animal shelters in the U.S. provide a haven for some 8 million animals. The work of the shelter staff is vitally important to the well-being of the helpless creatures they tend to, which ...