Evolution sometimes produces animals that look strikingly similar even when they are not closely related. This process, known ...

DNA is revealing that many animals once thought to be a single species may actually be several hidden ones. But research on ...

Scientists suggest female frogs listen for changes in the male calls as a signal for when it's warm enough to mate.

Dramatic landscapes and rich biodiversity characterize Alaska’s unique environment. Alaska is the only US state with ...

A major new study finds the pace of biological discovery is accelerating, not slowing down, and estimates Earth may harbor ...

For just one or two nights each spring, spotted salamanders emerge from underground and go in search of vernal mating pools.

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New research finds the U.S. trade in non-native amphibians for pets likely relies on illegal imports and captive breeding.

Scientists discovered some of the oldest bony fish fossils in China. The fossils explain the early history of animals with backbones.

The Lord of the Rings remains the pinnacle of cinematic fantasy, but a few masterpieces have come out since, including Pan's ...

Keeping amphibians as pets offers hobbyists an opportunity to connect with the non-human world, often increasing interest in conserving animals in the wild. But there's a dark side to the amphibian ...