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A timid rabbit sitting on moss in a forest, with a large black bear watching intently in the background

When Do Bears Eat Rabbits? Insights From Wildlife Experts

13 June 2024

Bears are omnivores and will consume rabbits if the opportunity presents itself, but rabbits make up a small portion of their diet that is mostly made up of plants.

A wild brown rat clinging to the trunk of a large oak tree, with its claws dug into the bark and a focused expression

Do Rats Climb Trees? A Look at Their Acrobatic and Arboreal Talents

1 June 2024

Rats are able to climb trees due to their sharp claws and flexible bodies, but this varies between species.

Close-up portrait of a zebra with flared nostrils, pinned back ears, and narrowed, hostile eyes

Zebra Aggression: Why Are Zebras So Mean?

26 May 2024

Zebras are known for their aggression, and they will often use powerful kicks and bites to protect their herd, territory, and offspring from threats.

Large, brown capybara casually resting in shallow water surrounded by lush, green riverbank and palm trees

Can Capybaras Be Dangerous? What the Experts Say

1 May 2024

The physical traits, group behaviors, and anti-predator tactics of capybaras, the largest rodent on Earth, as well as the best ways to see them in the wild.

Large, imposing grey wolf standing in a snowy, forested environment with a smaller, leaner black domestic dog in the background

Wolves vs Dogs: Why the Huge Difference in Size?

1 April 2024

The large variation in body size between wolves and dogs is a result of their evolution and the specific roles they have played in human history.