Dan Smith

Human eyes work perfectly for everyday tasks like reading signs, spotting snacks, or finding a phone under a blanket. However, animals...

Saltwater crocodiles are no joke. We’re talking about a 20-foot reptile with a bite force that crushes bone and a habit...

Bringing home a mixed-breed puppy comes with a strange little thrill. Shelter labels can only guess so much, and young dogs...

The New World screwworm parasite sounds terrifying, and health officials are taking it seriously after recent cases were reported in Mexico....

Every year, animals pass through neighborhoods, backyards, and local waterways on journeys that began long before roads and houses cut through...

Most people think a good vacation needs flights, bookings, and a detailed itinerary. Sometimes it looks as simple as a group...

Axolotls look easy to care for at first. They stay still most of the day, rarely make noise, and often seem...

Capybaras are cute and also a little unusual, especially for their status as giant rodents and their strange ability to get...

Most people assume exotic pets are off-limits without a private zoo and a dozen permits. But Colorado is surprisingly chill. While...

People often focus on the tiny piglet stage when buying a pot-bellied pig and overlook the long-term reality of ownership. Many...