Animals more likely to eat their young are those with faster reproductive cycles. “Species that have large broods might be ...

It’s that time of the year when you’re making your list, checking it twice, for gifts that spark a love of science for the kids in your life. Ira talks with Mahnaz Dar, young readers’ editor at Kirkus ...

Cultural traditions such as Christmas influence the moral judgments of children about eating animals. Subscribe to our ...

Groundbreaking study shows machine learning can decode emotions in seven ungulate species. A game-changer for animal welfare? Can artificial intelligence help us understand what animals feel? A ...

Indian authorities believe wolves have killed 10 people in the Bahraich region of Uttar Pradesh in recent months, as fear and confusion grips local villages. When you purchase through links on our ...

Zebrafish enjoy exploring new objects. Garter snakes know their own scents. Octopuses will seek out pain relief, and fruit flies sleep best around other fruit flies. “Animals learn things, they’re ...

The amount of interest in the nature of nonhuman animal (animal) minds and what's in them seems to grow daily. In keeping with this burgeoning interest, today was a very good day for writing about two ...

One of the best parts of being a parent has to be watching children discover the world around them. After all, kids are endlessly curious, and part of the fun is seeing the wonder on their faces as ...

Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year’s best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life. Are you hoping to inspire a young reader in your life with ...