A psychiatrist reveals the traits that signal real empathy versus major red flags.

Scientists have long focused on quantifying fear and other negative emotions in animals. Now they’re trying to measure ...

Our perception of animal welfare as a nation of animal lovers is out of step with policy and law that still allows ...

Nancy Shute discusses how scientists are beginning to study animals’ emotions and personalities — from joy to individual ...

For almost two decades, scientists have debated whether sponges or comb jellies are the first animal lineage. Now some are ...

Jan 28 (Reuters) - Scientists have unearthed in southern China fossils of a multitude of marine creatures dating to more than a half billion years ago, showing a deep-water ecosystem thriving in the ...

Last year, 5,485 animals were adopted from KHS, and 1,364 animals were transferred to rescue partners.

Hundreds of species from around the world survive and thrive at the Kansas City Zoo, even during the coldest winter months.

As bitter cold grips the Quad Cities region, local free-range farmers adjust feed, water and shelter to keep animals warm and ...

Discover why wildlife crime is surging in Australia, which species are at risk, and how law reforms aim to turn the tide.