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New research has discovered 16 new desert grasshopper species, revealing their Ice Age-driven isolation and diversification.

Death Valley is one of the harshest environments on Earth, yet animals continue to thrive in its extreme heat. How do they ...

Absent intervention by state wildlife officials, Nevada’s state animal, the desert bighorn sheep, may see its herds thinned by starvation because of drought. “Over the course of the last month ...

In the vast urban sprawl of Arizona, the habitat of the tiny western burrowing owl is being destroyed—prompting ...

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When an animal was in danger, these heroes didn't hesitate to jump into action. Each unfortunate creature was helpless until strangers intervened to rescue them and carry them to safety in ...

Animals that can quickly adapt their behavior, such as changing shelter or altering activity levels, often have better chances of enduring extreme weather conditions. For instance, desert animals have ...

When it comes to survival, animals possess a wide array of impressive adaptations. Among the most fascinating of these is the ability to heal naturally from injuries that would severely hinder or even ...

New evidence reveals Homo erectus mastered survival in Tanzania’s ancient deserts, proving they were adaptable generalists long before modern humans emerged. Olduvai Gorge, Tanzania. Image ...

Researchers carefully analyzed these artifacts, as well as rocks, butchered animal bones and other types ... picture of Engaji Nanyori as a dry, semi-desert environment, with little water and ...