Chameleon Chronicles: Meet the Most Remarkable Types of Chameleons
When you think of a chameleon, you probably imagine a color-shifting lizard perched on a branch. But did you know there are over 200 species of chameleons, each with its…
Meet the Hyena: Nature’s Most Misunderstood Predator
When you picture a hyena, chances are you imagine a cackling scavenger lurking in the shadows of Africa’s savanna. Thanks to pop culture portrayals, hyenas are often cast as the…
FAQ: What’s a Pika? – A Guide to Nature’s Cutest High-Altitude Critter
If you’ve ever seen a fuzzy little animal darting between rocks in the mountains and thought, “Is that a baby bunny or a hamster?” — you may have just spotted…
Bridging the Gap: Wildlife Overpasses and Connectivity Plans Keep Animals and Drivers Safe
July 9, 2025 Two U.S. states are ramping up efforts to reduce wildlife–vehicle collisions and restore critical habitat connectivity. From Colorado’s new overpass on I‑25 to Washington’s statewide habitat plan,…
Meet the Puffer Fish: Ocean Oddball, Master Sculptor, and Silent Killer
When you think of puffer fish, you probably picture a round, spiky balloon of a fish inflating in self-defense. But there’s a lot more to these quirky marine creatures than…
How Saudi Arabia Is Working to Save the Endangered Arabian Leopard
July 9, 2025 The Arabian leopard, the smallest and one of the rarest leopard subspecies in the world, is teetering on the brink of extinction. Once widespread across the Arabian…
Meet the Muntjac Deer: The Tiny “Barking” Deer with Tusks
When you think of deer, you might imagine graceful animals quietly roaming forests or grazing in open meadows. But the muntjac deer breaks the mold in a few fascinating ways.…
Meet the Borneo Pygmy Elephant: The Baby-Faced Gentle Giant of the Rainforest
When you hear the word “elephant,” you probably think of towering tusks, thunderous footsteps, and powerful herds roaming the savanna. But deep in the lush rainforests of Borneo lives a…
Meet the Caracal: Africa and Asia’s Acrobat of the Wild
With piercing eyes, tufted ears, and a silent step, the caracal is one of the most enigmatic wild cats prowling the savannas, deserts, and scrublands of Africa, the Middle East,…
FAQ: What Does a Lions’ Mane Say About Him?
Lions are the only big cats with manes, and these flowing crowns aren’t just for show—they carry real meaning. Scientists and observers have long noticed that a lion’s mane can…
