ANIMALS
Zebra That Galloped Through Seoul’s Streets Has a Heartbreaking Backstory
After losing his parents, Sero started picking fights with his kangaroo neighbor and refused his favorite food—carrots and apples—his zookeepers said.
What Would Happen If a Bear Actually Did Cocaine?
Sure, “Cocaine Bear” is based on a true story. But would a real bear actually go crazy on coke?
Inside the Chaos of Thailand’s Annual Buffet for Monkeys
Once a year, this Thai city holds a lavish feast just for monkeys.
Zoo Sleepover Goes Awry as 5 Escaped Lions Force Families to Flee
Taronga Zoo went into emergency lockdown and visitors were told to hide in bathroom blocks after the apex predators were found outside their exhibit.
Your Cat Recognizes the Special Way You Talk to It, Study Finds
Your cat is very familiar with the way you call it "Mr. Snuggles" and will not accept substitutes from strangers.
What It's Like Photographing Wolves in Life and in Death
Photographer Marielle van Uitert has been captivated by the fearsome canines ever since she heard they were returning to the wild in Europe.
Man, That's a Nice Sheep
Australia's most expensive sheep in over 30 years has "exceptional muscle" and "is very deep right through his carcass."
I Went to an Afghan Hound Show Where the Dogs Had Better Hair than Humans
The two-day event featured a beauty contest with some hairy good boys.
Vegans Complain About Charities Gifting Goats Because They Keep Being Eaten
A Catholic charity’s strategy of donating animals to people often living in dire poverty may not er... be lasting very long.
Hot Weather May Have Caused Elephant to Stab Its Trainer to Death, Police Say
Experts find it highly unlikely that heat caused the elephant's aggression, but agree that climate change could lead to increased human-elephant conflict.
Monkeys Are Masturbating With Stone Sex Toys, Researchers Find
“There is some sort of tactile stimulation from the contact of those stones with their genitals and it feels good. And there is no reason to stop.”