In the realm of genetic engineering and biotechnology, the creation of hybrid animals—organisms that combine genetic material from two distinct species—has sparked significant debate. While some view ...

Ligers are the largest of all big cats and can grow larger than both parent species. The offspring of a male ... of bison with the meat production of cattle. A hybrid between a male donkey and a ...

The zoo is also preparing to welcome more than a dozen new animal species once the expansion is complete. “It’s an especially exciting time for all the keepers,” Hamilton said.

Jan. 29, 2025 — Researchers have identified priority areas for conserving the black-tailed prairie dog in the United States. Protecting these regions will also benefit North America's Central ...

Eight fascinating animal species, such as Darwin's frog and mouthbrooding cichlids, exhibit unique reproductive strategies where males carry fertilized eggs in their mouths until they hatch.

Released through the religious practice of mercy release, the Tiger Grouper-Giant Grouper hybrid (TGGG), also known as the ...

What animals are self-aware? Created with Sketch. Some animal species, such as chimpanzees ... at proving whether the “Pet Effect” is real remains inconclusive. What are some potential ...

Jan. 30, 2025 — It's not always cozy and warm in the Amazon rainforest: Cold waves can cause temperatures to drop drastically. Researchers have investigated how animals react to ...

A semi-aquatic mammal, the platypus calls the east coast of Australia its home. They are protected by law since they are a ‘nearly threatened’ species, hunted and killed for trade. Also known as the ...

The scientific field pushes the boundaries of biotechnology in a way that will make it possible to save other species ... the extinct animal’s closest living relative to make a hybrid animal ...