From a giant venomous centipede to a tiny but horrendous worm - here are some of the Amazon's most deadly animals ...

When night falls, they find pieces of loose bark to roost behind.

These slow-moving, eucalyptus-eating marsupials native to Australia are beloved for their sweet demeanors and distinctly non-human adorableness. However, koalas do share one feature in common with ...

Anyone whose been to a zoo knows the joy of observing majestic giraffes, playful elephants, and gorillas whose facial expressions are shockingly similar to our own. Watching them interact provides ...

New scientific discoveries about animals have been made this year, helping scientists understand their behaviour, abilities and interactions with the environment. From uncovering the tool-making ...

In the largest study of its kind, scientists have accurately documented the massive change in animal morphology over the last 1,000 years, with domesticated animals growing larger across the board and ...

Tigers are the largest members of the cat family and among the most iconic predators on Earth. Recognized instantly by their orange coats and bold black stripes, these powerful felines have long been ...

The desire to help an injured or lost wild animal is natural. But, even when done with the best of intentions, state and local experts say interactions between humans and wildlife can often cause more ...

Clive Phillips has received funding from several not-for-profit groups, including Voiceless and AnimalKind, to help make this book open access. He has previously had funding from several government ...