Mercury contamination comes mainly from illegal gold mining and forest clearing that wash mercury that naturally occurs in ...

In the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, far from active volcanic zones or geothermal hotspots, a river defies scientific ...

Discover seven giant rainforest animals from gorillas to black caimans and learn how these massive species survive in lush ...

Deep in the murky waters of the Amazon River system, scientists have identified a new fish species with a bold look—and a name to match. Published in the peer-reviewed journal Neotropical Ichthyology, ...

Recent research shows that there is considerable overlap in the important corridors for jaguars and key freshwater species, ...

Animals are at the center of the Caldwell Zoo and Curator Yvonne Stainback’s heart; this passion has led to a career filled with caring for animals and working for conservation. “I really love ...

In July 2025, several videos began circulating across social media platforms, allegedly showing aerial footage of gigantic anacondas slithering through the Amazon River. These videos, some of which ...

Most animals in nature stick to colours like green, brown, or grey– perfect for blending into forests, deserts, or oceans.

What time is liftoff? ULA Atlas V Kuiper 3 could be visible for most of Florida pending weather. Did your city make the ...

Bumblebee catfish shocked researchers by scaling waterfalls over 13 feet high to reach their breeding grounds.

Indigenous territories are widely recognized as vital for conserving the environment and biodiversity, but far less is known ...

Scientists studying the world’s largest river turtles, a South American species that grows to a length of nearly a meter, or 3 feet, have found the largest nesting aggregation ever recorded. Using ...