Once they grow up into adults, dragonflies breathe through holes and tubes in the sides of their bodies called spiracles.

Researchers find that hornets have several copies of the gene responsible for producing the enzyme that breaks down alcohol.

Crows continue to amaze researchers with their remarkable intelligence. These highly adaptable birds have demonstrated abilities once considered uniquely human, such as crafting tools, understanding ...

Researchers hope the "exquisitely preserved" fossil will cast new light on an enduring mystery in paleontology.

A newly identified fossil bird, Navaornis hestiae, from the Mesozoic Era has provided crucial information about the evolutionary development of bird brains, connecting ancient species like ...

"Modern birds have some of the most advanced cognitive capabilities in the animal kingdom, comparable only with mammals ...

"Modern birds have some of the most advanced cognitive capabilities in the animal kingdom, comparable only with mammals ...

Rachael is a writer and digital content producer at IFLScience with a Zoology degree from the University of Southampton, UK, ...

Disney's Animal Kingdom refines timeline for replacing Dinoland U.S.A. with a Tropical Americas-themed area with new rides ...

After all, the non-animal kingdom is a finely tuned energy gain-cost machine, and more sugar content means more fuel for an individual. “From an ecological perspective, it is not advantageous to ...

The Argentine ant is one of the most invasive species of ants, with its sprawling supercolonies locked in an endless battle ...

Where is DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney World? DinoLand U.S.A. is one of the seven themed areas at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Parkgoers can still find it between Discovery Island and Asia. Need a break?