Pigeons that do somersaults, snakes that fake death with extra flair and surprised canines are among the organisms that enthralled the Science News staff. Legends of “flying leeches” have fueled a ...

Ever notice how American kids love elephants and giraffes more than animals they actually see outside? This breaks down how a “standard pack” of favorite animals got baked into American culture ...

Each week, “Flying Horse” features dozens of Central Illinois children’s thoughts and drawings on various topics. This week: Pets/favorite animals Titanoboa: My favorite animal is a Titanoboa because ...

From caterpillars disguised as the dead to narwhals that play with their food, here are the animal tales that we loved in 2025. Most spiders slay their victims with venom. The feather-legged lace ...