Raccoons are medium-sized mammals that are native to North America and Mexico. These critters have also been introduced to Europe and Japan. They are easily distinguished by their bushy tail and ...

Many rodents have nails on their thumbs and claws on the rest of their fingers. A new study suggests this trait might have been key to their world domination. Missagia et al. Rodents are the largest ...

An image of a rat. Just as you’re thinking of cozying up before the fireplace, perhaps watching a Christmas movie, other creatures could be watching you. Rodents. Yep, and this week is rodent week, ...

It’s often unnerving when you spot a rat roaming around your yard or property. And winter months are prime time when rodents are actively seeking warmth, shelter and food. Unfortunately, that means ...

The wonderful world of tennis is helping nature’s tiniest mammals survive. Each year, following Wimbledon, thousands of used tennis balls are donated to UK Wildlife Trust. Volunteers at the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While humans are Earth’s most dominant animal species, it’s ...

Temperatures are dropping and many Wisconsin and Minnesota residents are noticing more mice. A couple of weeks ago, Marty Pearson’s four mouse traps couldn’t keep up with the influx of mice finding ...

Hantaviruses are spread by rodents and can cause deadly respiratory and kidney illnesses in humans. One of these illnesses recently killed Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, in a widely covered ...

Studies in neuroscience with applications to humans offer clues about what makes us start eating, and when we stop. By Gina Kolata Do we really have free will when it comes to eating? It’s a vexing ...