Squirrel nests, or dreys, are large, round, and insulated structures built for year-round shelter and raising young. Bird nests are typically smaller, cup-shaped, and made from finer materials, ...

I sheltered my cat Laney indoors in her early years, but lately I’ve been letting her spend a little time outside. I’ve always had cats about. When I was a kid, we got our first feline when my father ...

Bird existence is full of record-breaking feats, yet perhaps one of the most surprising must be the construction of the biggest ever recorded bird's nest. Imagine a nest so huge and cleverly designed ...

Locals in a California city are on edge after a series of animal attacks. The perpetrator, however, isn’t the sea lions, sharks or mountain lions you might expect in that part of the world. Instead, ...

Flyers have been posted in the area stating, "THIS IS NOT A JOKE." A California squirrel has gone nuts, and neighbors in one town are on the alert. Residents in the town of San Rafael have reported a ...

These fables are not rooted in science but claim acorns and falling leaves indicate upcoming winter conditions. Persimmon seeds are a popular old wives' tale indicator for winter weather severity. Can ...

Dove and deer hunters are active this weekend, but squirrel hunters are feeling frisky, too. Squirrel season started May 15 and will run uninterrupted until Feb. 28, 2026. Encompassing all seasons, it ...

Squirrels are adorable, no one will disagree on this. Like many people, you've probably imagined reenacting your own Snow White moment, befriending the wildlife in your backyard, and embracing them ...

Editor’s note: Every year, hundreds of undergraduates at the University of Delaware pursue research under the guidance of a faculty mentor, especially during the summer months. Such experiences ...