In the animal kingdom, many creatures face predators and aggressive threats with skill and courage, but some underestimating birds can pay a heavy price. Explore the epic encounters where animals ...

When we think of fierce defenders in the animal kingdom, chickens rarely come to mind,but that’s about to change. Despite their inability to fly and their humble appearance, some chickens, especially ...

Pacing paw-to-paw, the fishing cat hisses. About twice the size of a domestic cat, its grey-green eyes fix on the keeper who ...

With the world feeling more volatile than ever, especially after the most recent turmoil in the Middle East, itchy-footed travellers could be forgiven for cooling their heels untill things calm down.

Megan Grumbling is a poet and writer who lives in Portland. Deep Water: Maine Poems is produced in collaboration with the ...

Alabama beekeepers recently trapped a swarm of killer bees, prompting state officials to respond in hopes of controlling the notoriously aggressive insects.