New research has revealed that birds, reptiles, and mammals have developed complex brain circuits independently, despite sharing a common ancestor. These findings challenge the traditional view of ...

Scientists found that evolution led bird and mammal brains to evolve separately, using different genetic instructions.

Not all mammals are created equal. Though all wonderful creatures, some are more suited to human companionship than others.

The Aquarium’s Marine Species Report Card aims to inform the public about the health of crucial marine species in California.

Gray, Blue, Minke, Fin: All of these epic ocean giants do captivate we landlubbers, even if we're not on a boat in a place ...

India’s zoos are set for a major overhaul in conservation breeding, with a focus on scientific planning, financial support, ...

Between climate change and the effects of humanity on the environment, many species have been harmed. Here are a few of them ...

From mammoth African elephants to giant whales, let's take a look at the 8 largest mammals that inhabit our planet.

Biologists found significant blunt-force trauma on the right side of the head of a 3-year-old whale and suspect it was hit by a vessel.

And that is ultimately what compels us to list the greatest films of all-time. It’s not to assert our own canon, or spark quibbles about snubs and arbitrary rankings. It’s because new film ...

Scientists don't know whether orcas kill for fun. The marine mammals do some things, like killing and tossing dead porpoises in the air, that raise that question. But while playing catch with a ...