The dapper black and yellow bobolink likes the Chicago area so much he flies here every spring from South America—a journey ...

A silent drama is unfolding across the American West, pitting ranchers against one of the region’s most iconic creatures: the ...

At first glance, wide-open fields may look like just another stretch of Utah's vast landscape. But look a little closer, and ...

Imagine a bustling city hidden beneath the grasslands, teeming with life, communication, and intricate architecture—yet ...

Among the latest contenders in the fight against drug-resistant infections is a striking, black beetle with fiery red spots and orange-tipped antennae. Known for spending much of its life ...

and dish soap,” advises Brumm on how to get skunk smell off a dog. Discussing other small animals, she adds, “I suggest you avoid prairie dog burrows entirely because dogs may dig and get bitten. If ...

Dear EarthTalk: Are prairie dogs threatened or endangered these days? – Joseph P., via email Answer: Prairie dogs play a key role in grassland ecosystems but encounter many threats. These cute ...

She's a writer. He's a dog. Naomi Watts gets top billing, but her screen partner is also a star. Diane Orson of Connecticut Public Radio brings us the story of a leading actress and the new, quote, ...

AZ Animals is a growing team of animals experts, researchers, farmers, conservationists, writers, editors, and -- of course -- pet owners who have come together to help you better understand the ...

Prairie dogs play a key role in grassland ecosystems but encounter many threats. These cute 18-inch tall tan rodents live in small pockets of habitat across 10 western U.S. states: Colorado, Kansas, ...

Prairie dogs have a lot of funny behaviors. They leap into the air, whistle, chatter, yip, and kiss. Perhaps you’ve seen a video clip of two prairie dogs putting their faces together and kissing.

Prairie dogs, often misunderstood and overlooked, play a crucial role in maintaining and restoring the ecological balance of American grasslands. These small yet industrious rodents are seen by some ...