The color red is not just for show; it has many practical uses in nature. It can convey warnings or danger, impress a mate, ...

Remember Alvin, the world’s only giant anteater with albinism? On first glance, his distinguishing characteristic might seem to be his paler-than-usual fur. Look a little closer, however, and you’ll ...

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Athenspets, a nonprofit based in Athens, Georgia has served over 1,000 animals this year. Pictured is the Athens-Clarke County Animal Services building in Athens, Georgia.

Unlike the highly venomous coral snake, the kingsnake's snout is red and the yellow bands are always separated from the red bands by black, according to a University of Kentucky article.

A red heifer raised in Israel was disqualified for sacrifice after two black hairs were found on its body. It was used in a ...

The scariest thing about a black cat may be the way superstition and tradition shape people’s perceptions and prejudices about animals based solely on their color.

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Lack of genetic diversity among red squirrels poses disease threat, study finds Genetic diversity is important for species’ survival as it helps them adapt to environmental changes.