Wildlife

Many people believe that wild forest predators behave completely differently from our sweet domestic pets. We expect giant bobcats and lynxes to possess totally different instincts. But evolutionary biology reveals…

A quiet domestic cat was napping peacefully on a sunny backyard patio chair. Suddenly, a brave wild squirrel scrambled down a nearby oak tree and approached the sleeping predator. What…

We often think of large lions and leopards as the most dangerous predators in the animal kingdom. They are intimidating. But some of the most efficient, successful hunters are actually…

Heavy winter snowstorms usually send domestic pets running inside for warmth. They prefer cozying up near the fireplace. But one bold feline shocked his owners by leaping straight into the…

We usually expect domestic cats to keep their distance from wild animals. They typically prefer chasing small mice or birds in the yard. But when a rescued baby kangaroo met…

Letting your toddlers play in the yard is a normal part of family life. We assume our fenced lawns are completely safe. But when a California family spotted a stray…

Your playful house cat might seem completely domestic as they chase laser pointers. However, they share a deep genetic bond with wild predators. Across the globe, rare wild felines exhibit…

Deep within the dense rainforests of Asia lives a creature of absolute mystery. Local legends call it the shadow cat because of its ability to vanish instantly. For decades, biologists…

A massive wildcat lay motionless on the cold asphalt of a busy highway. Passing drivers assumed the worst after the high-speed collision. A team of dedicated wildlife experts refused to…

Most cats will scramble up a tree or bolt through a pet door at the first sign of danger. But one extraordinarily relaxed feline had a very different reaction. A…