Consulting research studies, documented observations, and news articles, Stacker compiled 12 instances of animals in the wild adopting other animals of different species. The list includes the ...

Garden statuary has been enjoyed since antiquity. The Romans collected and displayed fine sculptures alongside water features ...

Guiunio rarus, or the rare Guangxi freshwater mussel, was found “living in the slow flowing stream with muddy and sandy bottom” alongside other species, according to the study. The mussels were also ...

Imagine a world where the sun never shines, where temperatures plummet and crushing pressures would flatten most creatures in ...

Sika deer and jackdaws are a perfect example of a symbiotic relationship. Here's what these two animals gain from helping one ...

Without pollinators, we wouldn’t have one out of every three bites of food we eat. That’s because about 35 percent of the ...

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Fungi might not have the best reputation but are essential for our survival. With many species at risk, scientists say it is ...

Costa Rica’s highways are packed with animal lovers searching for a glimpse of a sloth or red-eyed tree frog. Too many of the ...

Industrial farming practices often deplete the soil of important nutrients and minerals, leaving farmers to rely on ...

Owning a pet can significantly boost your happiness, potentially as much as a six-figure raise, offering emotional benefits ...

When considering welfare, it’s important to acknowledge that horses are inherently social animals. Like most herbivores, ...