PHOTOS: Australian Police Find Baby Koala In A Backpack
Police found this bundle of joy in Queensland during a traffic stop. Australian authorities say the little guy is in good health and that they're calling him Alfred.
Animals
Donkeys Are Finally Getting More Respect
Ethiopia has 7 million donkeys — more than any other country. They have a pretty tough life, but changes are afoot.
Yes, Cat Yoga Is A Thing Now, And It's Pretty Purrfect
The Greater Birmingham Humane Shelter in Alabama hosts yoga sessions — for people — right alongside the shelter's cats.
Technology May Rescue Male Baby Chicks From The Grinder
The egg industry may soon eliminate a wasteful — and to some, horrifying — practice: slaughtering male chicks. New technology can identify male embryos in eggs before they enter incubation chambers.
An Ode To Vine's Cutest Animals
The Internet is sad about the end of Vine. Here are some adorable animal Vines to cheer you up.
Nations Agree To Establish World's Largest Marine Reserve In Antarctica
At 600,000 square miles, the sanctuary covers an area twice the size of Texas and is known as polar "Garden of Eden." This unanimous agreement is the result of years of negotiations.
This Bird Can Remain Airborne For 10 Months Straight
These birds fly from Europe to sub-Saharan Africa, but they don't touch down on the continent. Researchers say new findings raise questions about "when and to what extent swifts need to sleep."
Report Declares Global Wildlife Populations Are Plunging. But It's Complicated
The WWF report asserts that wildlife populations have dropped by a startling percentage since 1970. The details and extent of that decline, however, are more complex than any one number can capture.
There's Another Side To Bush Meat That Doesn't Get Much Attention
The risk posed to mammals — and to public health — is well-documented. But for some people, bush meat is an important part of their daily diet.
Little Fish Tales: Micro Fishers Focus On The Species, Not Size
Want to hear a really big fish story? These guys don't. They're micro-fishers, seeking out the smallest fish and the largest number of species in this relatively new sport.