The relationships among people and animals are an integral part of our society, economy and culture. Animals provide us with food, clothing, recreation and companionship. Explore the biology of ...

Parrots may be doing more than just repeating words—they may actually use names. By analyzing hundreds of recordings from pet parrots, researchers found evidence that many birds use specific names to ...

For 75 years, the Animal Welfare Institute has been dedicated to alleviating animal suffering caused by people. We envision a world where the treatment of animals is rooted in dignity and compassion.

Animals play important roles in human economy, society and culture. They can be valuable economic resources, beloved companions, destructive nuisances or members of complex natural systems. Animal ...

June 23, 2026 Scientists found that one tiny genetic change can completely alter how a coronavirus behaves in different species. Comparing SARS-CoV-2 with a closely related bat-only virus, they showed ...

Animal behaviour is the scientific study of the behaviour of animals. The discipline covers study under experimental conditions, behaviourism, or natural conditions, ethology. In the Indian Ocean, a ...

Animal physiology is the scientific study of the life-supporting properties, functions and processes of animals or their parts. The discipline covers key homeostatic processes, such as the regulation ...

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) provides a framework to protect and recover species at risk of extinction, both domestically and abroad. Enacted in 1973, it has been credited with saving 99 percent ...