With their massive flapping ears and long trunks, it isn't hard to believe that elephants tend to rely on acoustic and olfactory cues for communication. They use gestures and visual displays to ...

On August 18th, the Fort Worth Zoo welcomed its newest resident, a baby elephant, to the family. Since then, they've shared several behind-the-scenes videos of her growth as she explores the world ...

Asian elephants can tell if we pay attention by watching our face and body direction. This shows elephants think deeply about ...

The regularly used airstrip outside the town of Archers Post, in northern Kenya, was closed after being damaged in heavy ...

Even creatures that live underwater, like sharks, are known to have a strong sense of smell. Sharks can detect scents that ...

A spectacular scene occurred at a watering hole near Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe in late August: a crocodile bit an elephant's trunk – and moments later was sent flying through the air.

One of the most bizarre-looking land mammals is the enormous yet gentle elephant, with its huge ears, long trunk, and those massive feet. Why are their feet shaped like that, anyway? Do elephants have ...

This made us wonder if elephants truly enjoy listening to music, just like we do. Paul Barton, a musician who plays the piano ...

They’re majestic and impossible to ignore — it’s no wonder elephants have inspired some of the most powerful advertising ...

Alfred Rombe leads a team tracking wild elephants in Kalimantan, using signs like dung to guide conservation and protect ...

They look close to dead,” says Sri Lankan farmer Shantha Dissanayake looking at his pruned mango trees. “They looked close to ...

A well-packed emergency go bag isn't just a collection of gear—it's peace of mind in a backpack Let’s play a game. It’s 3 a.m. You’re half-asleep, wearing one sock and a ratty T-shirt, when your phone ...