Angie Menjivar

They were almost completely eradicated, but their return to the U.S. has been a welcome surprise—but not by all. Humans were once compensated for killing them, which ended in their near extinction. Now, these apex predators are stabilizing ecosystems again, returning with fervor to certain regions of the U.S. While some celebrate their return, others are up in arms about it. Sharing space with wolves enhances their chances of not just surviving but thriving, and while some populations keep increasing, others are at risk for extinction. Learn about the wolf species returning to the U.S.

They're sleek and exotic, slithering in a way that mesmerizes. When they coil, they become art and sit as if upon a throne in an enclosure. They are creatures to be admired in their wildness and reflect a part of you that speaks of your striking personality. Why pump the brakes on the perfect pet for you?

A croak in the dark? No big deal. Frogs hop around, snatching up flies with ultra-fast tongues. They just kind of keep to themselves, harmless as ever (unless you're one of those flies!). But wait—there is a special kind of fanged frog that proves to be aggressive and territorial. Not only that, but they team up and hunt together. Researchers are stunned as they gather more and more data about the behavior of these amphibians. Discover fanged frogs that hunt in pairs (much like velociraptors).

They have the gift of flying and fascinate you with their mimicking abilities. They're beautiful to witness and surprisingly intelligent. Why wouldn't you want to call a bird a beloved pet? They have a certain inexplicable charm to them, and their melodic chirping can cause the kind of smile that brings crinkles and sparkles to your eyes. But before you move on with bringing a pet bird home and budgeting for seed, take a second to consider what you're really signing up for. Discover six reasons why a pet bird may just become a nightmare instead of remaining a dream.

These Are the Waters in America Where You're Likely to See Orcas Orcas are fascinating marine mammals who consistently amaze us with their intelligence.

You probably haven’t leaned down to get a good sniff of an ant — that’d be weird. But those who can smell ants don’t need to get so close. Discover why only some people can smell ants, learn what they smell like, and find out what other kinds of scents others can pick up on […]

Written by Angie Menjivar Continue reading... Quick Take 11 states in the US allow trapping of mountain lions , exposing a high-stakes, non-target risk at the heart of nuisance wildlife policy.

While these wild animals should never be treated like pets, some domestic dog breeds share a strikingly similar appearance. Despite their coyote-like looks, these dogs are fully domesticated and known for being loyal, trainable companions.

You're lounging, watching your favorite TV show, and you feel a cold, wet nose nuzzle against your arm.

You’re lounging, watching your favorite TV show, and you feel a cold, wet nose nuzzle against your arm. It’s off-putting because it’s cold and wet, but it’s your favorite canine companion, so you can’...