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Discover the world’s largest wingspan bird — the Wandering Albatross

This bird can go days without ever flapping its wings

July 30, 2025 12:30 IST

These seabirds spend most of their lives in flight, only returning to land to breed on remote sub-Antarctic islands

Meet the marine iguana – the world’s only lizard that dives into the sea

Meet the only lizard that lives half its life in the ocean

July 29, 2025 16:26 IST

Most lizards are land lovers, but not this one. The marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) has evolved to thrive on both land and sea, making it one of nature’s rare oddities

From wolves to swans and penguins, learn which species form lifelong bonds and the evolutionary advantages behind their commitment.

5 animals that mate for life

July 28, 2025 16:26 IST

But why do certain animals mate for life? The answer lies not in romance, but in evolution, survival, and the shared responsibilities of raising offspring.

Not just humans, these 5 animals are also a part of the insomniac gang

July 27, 2025 17:00 IST

The notion that animals that don’t sleep demonstrates how nature has evolved countless ways to maintain biological balance and energy conservation

The 3 worst things you can say after a pet dies, and what to say instead

July 26, 2025 20:30 IST

People often don't know what to say after a pet dies, so they say nothing. But silence doesn't just bury grief, it isolates it. It tells the griever that their love was excessive, their sadness inconvenient, their loss unworthy of acknowledgment.

There is a good reason why German shepherds are constantly ranked as one of the top choices as a guard dog

5 protective dog breeds that can keep your home safe and family secure

July 27, 2025 09:12 IST

Choosing the best breed for home protection requires careful consideration of temperament, size, trainability, and your family's specific needs

Explore the incredible ways animals like the cuttlefish, mimic octopus and mountain hare use camouflage to survive, hide and hunt in the wild.

10 animals that have the ability to camouflage to their surroundings

July 25, 2025 18:30 IST

From insects that look like leaves to sea creatures that change colour in seconds, here are some fascinating animals that are true masters of disguise.

The textile cone snail may look delicate and beautiful, but its venom is among the most dangerous in the ocean

Don’t be fooled by this snail’s beautiful shell, its venom can stop a human heart

July 24, 2025 10:30 IST

Scientists from the University of Utah and the Smithsonian have spent years studying this venom, with one of the most notable researchers on this, Dr Baldomero Olivera, even calling cone snails “nature’s chemical engineers.”

You might encounter these 7 common snakes during the rainy season

July 23, 2025 12:30 IST

Avoid walking barefoot, especially at night or near vegetation. Always carry a flashlight if you’re moving around in the dark

Meet the Komondor, a loyal Hungarian sheepdog with natural cords of hair that resemble dreadlocks. Here's what makes it so special.

Meet the dog breed that has hair resembling dreadlocks

July 22, 2025 14:30 IST

This incredibly unique breed, originally from Hungary, is best known for its wild, rope-like coat that looks a lot like dreadlocks

unlike the dogs lying under our desks or curled up on couches, wolves still live by the rules of the wild.

Meet the largest living wild dogs in the world

July 21, 2025 13:25 IST

Grey wolves are the biggest living members of the dog family. As Encyclopaedia Britannica notes, they’re the “largest nondomestic member of the dog family.”

Learn about these 4 types of animals that kill their own parents

July 20, 2025 15:45 IST

Repeated instances of matriphagy--the act of eating mothers--has been noted among several species of anarchids, generally out of compulsion and an odd survival choice.

Discover the science behind animals with more than two eyes

This animal has hundreds of eyes along its entire body

July 19, 2025 11:30 IST

It’s easy to assume that our way of seeing is the “normal” one, but nature clearly has other ideas.

Discover the most fascinating reptiles in the world, from lizards that walk on water to two-headed snakes

Meet the Jesus Christ lizard that walks on water (and other fascinating reptiles around the world)

July 18, 2025 12:30 IST

What makes these reptiles so unforgettable isn’t just how they look, it’s how they’ve adapted.

Discover the top 10 fastest animals in the world across land, air, and water

Cheetah is not the fastest animal in the world; it is…

July 17, 2025 16:33 IST

Here are the top 10 fastest animals in the world across these three environments.

Why do birds fly in a V formation? Discover how this natural flight pattern helps birds save energy, stay in sync, and fly longer distances.

Why birds always fly in a V formation

July 16, 2025 17:25 IST

Next time you spot that signature V across the sky, take a moment to admire not just its symmetry, but the teamwork that keeps it in motion.

Some animals can actually recognise your face!

Not just dogs, even these animals can recognise a human’s face

July 15, 2025 16:29 IST

Whether it’s your dog greeting you after a long day or a crow remembering your face from weeks ago, these little signs remind us that animals are often more aware than we give them credit for.