Once upon a time, the fishing town of Gansbaai on the South African coast was something of a mecca for shark-spotters – so ...

Puff adders control rodents naturally, protecting crops. They could be key to sustainable agriculture. One of Africa's most ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Lions are often incorrectly called the “king of the jungle,” and ...

The African lion, often called the "King of Beasts," is one of the most powerful predators in the animal kingdom. Found across sub-Saharan Africa, lions live in prides and play a vital role in ...

The spotted hyena is Africa's most successful predator—and one of its most misunderstood animals. But decades of cutting edge research is yielding greater understanding, respect, and protection. A ...

Rinkhals snakes, native to South Africa, are known for their cobra-like hood and remarkable survival strategies. They defend ...

Kids get an up close look at African lions (from left) Abagebe, Jabulani, and Saba in the third phase of A Wilder Vision, the Predators of Asia & Africa exhibit, at the Fort Worth Zoo in Fort Worth, ...

African wild dogs weigh 40 to 79 pounds with males slightly heavier than females. They are 30 to 43 inches in length and stand 24 to 30 inches at shoulder height with females slightly larger. The ...

Imara and Tamu spent the last two months bonding with their mother behind the scenes. Now they’ve joined the other lions in ...