Discover 9 fascinating fun facts about the elusive pygmy hippo, a small, shy and endangered forest dweller from West Africa.

Maja Säfström is a Stockholm-based architect, illustrator and author of "The Illustrated Compendium of Amazing Animal Facts" (Ten Speed Press, 2016). For more of her works, visit www.majasbok.se or ...

Celebrate World Animal Day 2025 with 8 shocking animal facts you’ve never heard before. Discover the secrets of elephants, dolphins, tigers, and more.

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Africa has lions and Australia has kangaroos, but don't get animal ...

Did you know that snails have teeth? Or that bees have hair on their eyes? Yep, on their eyes! Stick around if you want to add 12 interesting facts about animals to the random trivia that already ...

Whales are a group of mammals that live in oceans. They include some of the largest animals on Earth. The blue whale is the biggest animal that has ever existed. Whales can be found in every ocean, ...

North American river otters are semi-aquatic mammals endemic to the U.S. and Canada. Three other species: southern river otters, neotropical river otters, and marine otters are found in Central and ...

Red pandas are classified as endangered and are legally protected in their home countries. aaronchengtp photography via Getty Images Red pandas' adorable fluffy faces and hilarious hijinks make them ...

Birds do it, bees do it — and the Denver Zoo takes note of when and how, as explained in this week’s cover story, “Beauty of the Beasts.” Back in 1997, the zoo sent out a racy release touting a ...