Almost every living creature has adapted to its environment, but others seem to be better adapted than others. Let us look at ...

Colors evolved for survival, with animals using them for warnings and mating, and plants attracting pollinators.

Genes, via their influences on morphology and physiology, create a framework within which the environment acts to shape the behavior of an individual animal. The environment can affect ...

although the mechanisms that define the shape of the curves may differ across abiotic factors. Physiologists categorize animals based upon their thermal interactions with their environment ...

Many researchers who study animal cognition agree that animals “think”—that is, they perceive and react to their environment, interact with one another, and experience different emotions ...

This natural survival strategy, known as coprophagy, reveals how wildlife makes the most of every available resource.

Cold temperatures significantly slow down cell division, meaning new cells are produced more slowly. However, cell expansion is less affected by low temperatures. This means that even when it’s cold, ...

The kāhuli, Hawaii's native tree snails that are some of the most endangered animals on the planet ... of some of these snail species — and their fight against extinction.

Ecology is the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment; it seeks to understand the vital connections between plants and animals and the ...

One of these vital laws—the Endangered Species Act—protects not only individual imperiled animals ... that may affect the environment. Put simply, NEPA requires government agencies to assess the ...

Encouraging quietness during zoo trips can help visitors better appreciate their inhabitants and lead to more fulfilling, respectful and informative experiences, a new paper argues.