The Dec. 13 birth of the little critter in the “World of Darkness” section was just announced by proud-papa zoo reps — who ...

Joy—fleeting woo-hoo moments like "catching the perfect wave"—is felt by many diverse animals, and researchers want to know how they express it in various situations and why.

Groundhogs predict spring with the same accuracy as flipping a coin. But they’re vital to their ecosystems, feasting through summer to store enough fat to last through their winter hibernation.

Parrots Elmo and Pequeno create a chaotic, noisy, and colorful scene together.

Come along on a guided tour of the strangest animals in Cincinnati's strangest neighborhood, from fungus-eating ants to a ...

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

“Me and you and Zoboomafoo!” For a generation of former kids, those are lyrics to the theme song for PBS’ Zoboomafoo, a ...

Sir David Attenborough narrates BBC America’s six-part series Kingdom, which follows the survival struggles of four African animal families—leopards, hyenas, wild dogs, and lions. Filmed over five ...

The Bay County Sheriff's Office releases footage of the early-morning fire that killed six lemurs, and the zoo offers more ...

The world of baby names is an exciting place. Each generation brings new trends and creativity, as well as resurgences ...

Few other breeds can match the majesty and mystique of the Maine Coon cat. With its lush, thick fur, large size, and distinctive tufted ears and bushy tail, the Maine Coon is one of the most instantly ...

Elmo and his friends are throwing a dance party, which provokes Wilmington actor Aubrey Plaza to show off her moves in the new "Sesame Street" special. Somehow she ends up testing Elmo's patience.