New research shows that just like humans, vampire bats with deep social relationships use similar sounds as one another to communicate ...

Reaching a 6-foot wingspan is the definitive physical requirement for the giant golden-crowned flying fox. Bats have inspired many pop culture references, most famously vampires. But did you know ...

You can probably picture a vampire: Pale, sharply fanged undead sucker of blood, deterred only by sunlight, religious paraphernalia and garlic. They’re gnarly creatures, often favorite subjects for ...

This week, researchers announced a novel cancer drug has become the first of its kind to reach clinical trials. Also, new ...

Humans are often happy to share food with their friends, but what about animals? Contrary to their reputation, vampire bats are surprisingly social and generous, and a well-fed bat will even ...

Vampire bats may be bloodsucking creatures of the night -- but they also form strong friendships and help each other out in times of need, a study has found. Vampire bats may be bloodsucking creatures ...

Writers were thrilled about the explorers' tales of vampire bats and combined the stories with the myths of human vampires. One such writer was Bram Stoker, author of “Dracula,” a book that has been ...