Herbivores may not hunt or rely on sharp teeth for survival, but that doesn’t mean they are defenseless. Many plant-eating animals have evolved unique ways to protect themselves from predators, using ...

New research shows that ancient humans, Australopithecus, had a plant-based diet, challenging long-held meat-eating theories.

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The calf is currently bonding with its mother behind the scenes before it will be moved to a viewable habitat.

An endangered baby animal that looks like a fuzzy “walking watermelon” was born at a Washington zoo. The white striped and ...

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Riley Black’s new book, When the Earth was Green, uses the latest research to envision the ancient worlds of our favorite prehistoric animals.

Herbivores are often thought of as harmless plant-eaters, but many have developed powerful defenses to survive. Whether it's a forceful kick or sharp horns, these animals can hold their own against ...

The animal was among 234 new species discovered in the past year in the Greater Mekong region, which includes Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.

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However, some of the most surprisingly dangerous animals in the wild are actually herbivores. While they primarily eat plants, these animals can be highly defensive, territorial, or aggressive when ...