Wildlife

A new study shows that even young lemurs first have to learn to control their voice when they sing - just like human children.

Researchers document fascinating partnership between frogs and tarantulas living together in communities. PETBOOK presents the findings.

Sharks were previously thought to be silent. A new study now shows for the first time that so-called "rig sharks" make conscious sounds.

Researchers at the University of Auckland discover an octopus clinging to the world's fastest shark and riding through the waves.

The nuthatch (Sitta europaea) is a skilled climber and valued forest dweller. What you should know about this wild bird.

Blue-ringed octopuses possess a potent venom that they use not only for hunting but also to envenomate their mate.

An influencer causes trouble: a video shows her kidnapping a baby wombat. An unprecedented uproar outrages not only Australia.

The giant panda is the only bear to have become a vegan and, according to a new study, is actually quite happy with it.

For decades, it was thought that large animals get less cancer. But this paradox has now been disproved.

Beachgoers experience a rare phenomenon: the doomsday fish washes up alive on the shore. Experts have a suspicion.

Everyone knows the famous scene from Pinocchio in which the whale swallows a boy. But can whales swallow humans?

Trump suspends offshore wind power projects, allegedly because of whale beaching. Animal rights activists disagree and demand action.

Humans are interfering with nature - so much so that it prevents chimpanzees from having sex because the animals lose their gestures.

Did you know that many animals - including the big cats themselves - perceive tigers as green? PETBOOK explains what's behind it.

Beavers build a dam in a Czech nature reserve, saving the state over a million euros.

Many people believe that ants "pee" when they leave a liquid on their hand. PETBOOK explains what is really behind this.

It was long believed that penguins were monogamous - but a study now shows that around 50 percent of couples "divorce".

Bats are considered to be intermediate hosts for various viruses. A new study looked at how bats transmit viruses without falling ill.

Who's sneaking through the forest with snout, gray-brown fur, bushy tail? PETBOOK explains how to tell the jackal, coyote, and wolf apart.

Oily fur has a vital effect on the survival of polar bears, as an international study has shown. Because it prevents ice formation.