Several species, including banded mongooses, use the toxic chemical secretions from millipedes to protect against pests.

If you're a cat owner, you've likely wondered why your furry friend always brings you dead animals, and we have the answers.

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Beavers will also slap their tails on the water to disorient predators.

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We explain how capuchin monkeys use millipede excretions to anoint themselves and keep mosquitoes away in the rainy season.

A small Brazilian cove became a vital nursery for blacktip sharks — and now it is inspiring local conservation efforts.

With luxurious, thick coats and striking coloration that makes them stand out from the rest, Otter Rex rabbits are in a league of their own.

Great white sharks are among the best hunters in the ocean with jaws and teeth that can slice through any prey. Read here to learn more.

While barracudas are not the most famous fish in the sea, they are unique in so many ways. Read here about the tornados these fish form.

The vampire squid lives up to its name only in appearance alone. What it actually consumes is stranger than its fictitious reputation.

Did you know that vultures are actually a strong public health defense? These "filthy birds" are essential to our ecosystem.