February 19, 2019

Why are wolves “lone” wolves?

Although wolves are social animals that like to live in happy pack families, some wander the wilderness without ever finding a mate, while others lose their […]
February 19, 2019

Why does a kangaroo carry its offspring in a pouch?

Kangaroos (along with koalas, opossums, and Tasmanian devils) are marsupials, a type of mammal that nurtures its defenseless newborns in a pouch outside its body. While […]
February 19, 2019

Why do we think baby animals are cute?

There’s reason you say “awww” whenever you see a puppy or a smiling baby. We have evolved to think that any creature with a big head, […]
February 19, 2019

Why do dogs chase their tails?

Dog experts disagree over why canines chase their tails in a race they can’t win. Some breeds – German shepherds, Finnish bull terriers, and miniature terriers […]