We've compiled a list of weird animal behaviors we've amassed from the wild world web!

A tiger walks the same worn groove along the edge of its exhibit, like a broken record. A parrot methodically plucks out its ...

Nancy Shute discusses how scientists are beginning to study animals’ emotions and personalities — from joy to individual ...

When Houssein Rayaleh received a WhatsApp message from a local ecotourism guide showing footage of a lioness in Djibouti, he ...

Understanding how genes influence complex behaviors remains one of biology's most fascinating challenges. Now, however, in a recent study, researchers have compiled a comprehensive dataset documenting ...

Same-sex behavior is widespread in primates and may help strengthen social bonds and improve survival under challenging ...

Feeding wild animals might seem like a harmless act of kindness, but it often carries serious and unintended consequences.

Sealed surfaces, artificial light and constant noise: What is part of everyday life for humans poses major challenges for ...

A friend of mine recently sent me a beautiful and moving photo essay published by Isa Leshko capturing the "beauty and dignity of elderly animals" "in their winter years". As I looked at each of the ...

Many primate species have been observed engaging in same-sex sexual behavior. A new study suggests it likely developed evolutionarily to help reduce conflict and build bonds.