Black squirrels — a relic of ancient, old-growth forests — are now more common in cities. To understand why, scientists want to track the color of squirrels in your backyard. In 1902, an international ...

It can be something of a surprise to see an animal sporting a fresh coat of paint. Blue lobsters occasionally surface after being caught in traps. A pink dolphin was spotted in Louisiana in 2007 (and ...

From darting across busy streets to raiding backyard bird feeders, squirrels have mastered urban living in ways that surprise even scientists. These adaptable creatures adjust their diets, behaviors, ...