Puppy eyes aren’t just adorable—they’re a product of evolution! Dogs developed this irresistible expression to bond with humans and communicate emotions. Discover the fascinating science behind how ...

Watch the Earth's tectonic plates grow, shrink, and jostle for position in this new model of the last billion years on the planet.

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park's elephants raced to protect their calves with an "alert circle" when a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Julian in Southern California.

Elephants at San Diego Zoo Safari Park formed an alert circle to protect their young as a magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit the region Monday morning.

The Cincinnati Zoo hosted guests in their newest addition to Elephant Trek today, boasting several new species, dining options and interactive views.

The New York Liberty's mascot says her Essie look is all about "Ellie-vation." ...

Scientists have made a leap in genetic engineering by pushing elephant cells into an embryonic-like state. This marks a major step toward recreating traits of the extinct woolly mammoth, offering new ...

saying their relationship should take the form of a "Dragon-Elephant tango" - a dance between their emblematic animals. The Chinese and Indian presidents exchanged congratulatory messages on ...

Among the most specialized examples are the wildflowers of the Pedicularis genus (Orobanchaceae), whose curved "elephant-nose ... new insights into the co-evolution of plants and pollinators ...

A new study reveals how African elephants plan their elaborate journeys: they strategically choose the least energy-consuming routes to reach food sources. These findings, researchers say ...

Being an elephant is no easy task. These giant herbivores have to devour huge quantities of low-nutrient vegetation to meet their dietary needs, but their imposing size makes movement difficult ...

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