Articles for category: Animal Behavior, Human–Animal Dynamics

Starfish regeneration from a single arm.

8 Incredible Creatures That Can Regenerate Their Own Bodies

Nature never ceases to amaze with its wondrous capabilities, and one of the most fascinating phenomena is the ability of some creatures to regenerate parts of their own bodies. This incredible skill allows them to recover from injuries that would be devastating to most other living organisms. Imagine losing a limb and watching it grow ...

Thanatosis

Why Do Some Animals Play Dead?

Imagine strolling through a sunlit forest and stumbling upon a small opossum lying motionless, mouth agape and eyes glazed. Your heart skips a beat—only for the creature to suddenly leap up and scurry away as if nothing happened. This eerie, almost theatrical behavior is called thanatosis, or playing dead, and it’s one of nature’s most ...

Magnetoreception: Navigating Like the Homing Pigeon

How Pigeons Outsmarted a Facial Recognition System (Yes, Really)

Trizzy Orozco

Have you ever looked into the eyes of a city pigeon and wondered just how much is going on behind that glossy stare? You might be shocked to learn that these everyday birds, often shrugged off as “rats with wings,” recently pulled off a scientific upset: they fooled a state-of-the-art facial recognition system. Yes, you ...

Therapy dog, Animal therapy

13 Ways Animals Impact Human Health: From Therapy Animals to Medical Advancements

Annette Uy

Animals have always held a special place in our hearts and lives, from cats purring on our laps to guide dogs leading the way. Beyond companionship, they significantly impact our health and wellbeing—often in ways we might not expect. This connection spans from providing emotional support to contributing to groundbreaking medical research. Let’s explore the ...

Small animal foraging in the forest to survive.

Survival Superpowers The Strangest Animal Adaptations on Earth

Nature is a master of invention, crafting bizarre and fascinating adaptations that help animals survive and thrive in their unique habitats. From the depths of the ocean to the arid desert, animals have developed remarkable abilities that often seem like superpowers. These adaptations are not only essential for the creatures themselves but also offer incredible ...