There are 350 species of turtles, from the gigantic leatherback sea turtle that can weigh as much as a motorcycle, to the tiny speckled padloper tortoise that’s smaller than your hand.

Here is a Wild & Wacky Work Fact: Turtle Tracking Goes High-Tech Herpetologists often use satellite tags and GPS d...

 Today, we’re throwing a hive-five to some of the smallest — but mightiest — critters on the planet: BEES!

World Bee Day isn’t just about the sweet stuff (although we do love honey on our toast). It’s a global shout-out to these buzzing super-pollinators who make sure our fruits, veggies, nuts, and...

Happy World Dog Day, Critter Saver Champions! Today, we’re celebrating our couch-loving pups, and we’re howling for one of the wildest, most amazing canines on Earth: the African Painted Dog!

With their big ears, speedy legs, and splashy fur coats, these pack-powered predators are true animal all-...

Hey Critter Saver Champions!

Did you know that today isn’t just any ordinary Friday? It’s Endangered Species Day—a special day to shine the spotlight on the rarest, wildest, and most wonderfully weird animals on our planet that need our help.

From the whisper-soft flutter of a Monarch butterfly’s ...

How many endangered species can you name?

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating some of the animal kingdom’s wildest and wackiest moms! From super-sacrificers to sneaky strategists, these animal moms show us there’s more than one way to raise a family. 

These sky-soaring scavengers are full of surprises. Here are 3 Wild & Wacky Facts about them:

1. They Can Smell Dinner from Miles Away.

Unlike most birds, turkey vultures (nicknamed buzzards in some places) have an incredible sense of smell. They can sniff out a dead animal from over a mile away—e...

This special day encourages us to appreciate and protect those oft-misunderstood creatures that share our world. As someone who runs a conservation leadership club for young people, I would love some fun facts about Spiders and why they are so important.

Spiders are not just creepy-crawlies; they p...

Hey there, Awesome Animal Lovers! Did you know that January 21 is Squirrel Appreciation Day? Yep, it’s a whole day dedicated to those fluffy-tailed acrobats that zip through trees like woodland ninjas. Whether they’re burying acorns for the winter or just making you laugh with their quirky antics, s...

Have you ever thought about having a job that lets you hang out with penguins all day?

Today, we are waddling Into the World of Penguins and looking at the career of a Penguinologist—yes, it's a real thing, and yes, it’s as cool as it sounds! So, grab your snow boots or sandals, and let's dive int...

Every year on October 22nd, animal lovers around the globe come together to celebrate Wombat Day, a day dedicated to honoring these unique and lovable marsupials native to Australia.

Wombats, with their robust bodies, short legs, and adorable faces, capture the hearts of many. But beyond their cha...

Today, we celebrate these adorable, slow-moving creatures that remind us to embrace the art of relaxation and take life at our own pace. Let’s take a moment to appreciate what makes sloths so uniquely fascinating!

Here are some fun facts about our favorite tree-dwellers:

• Slow and Steady: Sloths ...