The lanky gibbon is known for its superb mastery of tree swinging, but how does it react to a simple hedgehog? Watch and see for yourself!

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According to one app for nature observers, it's the most commonly seen creature in California: the western fence lizard. Why?

Thinking about “friendly” animals often brings to mind adorable, snuggly creatures we’d love to pet, like puppies or kittens.

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Happy Easter, little cottontail.

Animals protect themselves from being eaten by other animals in countless ways. Some are commonplace. Others are ...

As spring holidays approach, it is hard to escape all the cute little bunnies that pop up everywhere, whether fluffy stuffed ...

There is a dark side to owning dogs that no one ever talks about. According to Forbes Advisor Pet Ownership Statistics, 65.1 million Americans have at least one pet dog in their house. However, their ...

Frogs can indeed scream, and this high-pitched screech is an incredibly smart defensive tool against predators.

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...