Thinking of a pet snake? Skip the dander and daily walks. We explore the costs, lifespan, and best beginner species for ...

It’s safe to say that hyenas don’t have many friends throughout the animal kingdom. These creatures are known for stealing ...

The Florida Python Challenge is fast approaching, and hunters can sign up now to euthanize as many invasive Burmese pythons as possible in 10 days to help protect the Everglades (and potentially win ...

If you care about Florida's native turtles, nesting birds, and wild spaces, this story will hit close to home. Nile monitor lizards - powerful, fast-moving carnivores that can grow up to 7 feet long - ...

A colony of African vervets in Dania Beach raises big questions about how humans can and should manage nonnative species.

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Colorado has a reputation for soaring peaks, powdery slopes, and postcard views, but the real fun begins when things get a little strange. Beneath the polished adventure ads and scenic overlooks, ...

Pythons don't nibble. They chomp, squeeze, and swallow their prey whole in a meal that can approach 100% of their body weight. But even as they slither stealthily around the forest, months or even a ...

The secret behind Burmese pythons’ ability to swallow prey equal to their body weight in a single meal and survive without ...

A dog found surviving on the streets of Houston by eating roadkill is now safe and beginning a slow recovery, according to the rescuer who helped save her. The dog, named Neda, was discovered in an ...

Dr. Tom Walsh, DVM, CCAT, CCRP, MBA, had a successful career in telecommunications but always knew his true calling was helping animals. Deciding to pursue that passion, he became a veterinarian and ...

With all due respect to Guy Fieri, America’s most famous eater is Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, who has been must-see TV on Fourth of July Weekend while winning Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest a record ...