Mammals
Fascinating facts about our warm blooded friends - the mammals.
Puma DNA found deep in Guatemalan rainforest. Analysis reveals the cats are eating something unexpected
Researchers also gathered DNA from jaguars, ocelots and margays, discovering the measures these wild cats go to in order to live side by side.
Tiger experts hide camera traps in Sumatran jungle. What they capture is “critically important”
The study took place in the Leuser Ecosystem, a vast jungle area near the northern tip of the Indonesian island.
From wild herds to festive favourites: All you need to know about reindeer and how they became a key part of Christmas
Reindeer may now be famed for their Christmas associations, but their history with humans goes back thousands of years
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Do chimps and gorillas ever fight with each other?
Crocodile snatches wild dog from riverbank in Zambia. Then its pack turns up to try and save it
In footage captured for BBC's Kingdom, a wild dog is caught in the jaws of a crocodile – can his pack members save him?
Researchers played elephant seals the calls of their nemeses. This is what happened next
Male elephant seals might remember the calls of their adversaries from previous breeding seasons, a new study suggests.
Satellites spot gathering of gigantic tusked animals on remote Arctic island. It has never been seen before
The crowd of animals was discovered as part of the Walrus from Space project, which is using satellite imagery to explore what might happen to these huge marine mammals as the climate changes.
This Italian mountain range is home to the world’s only population of these adorable brown bears
An innovative scheme in rugged Italian mountains aims to protect a tiny population of rarely seen brown bears
There's an adorable animal in the Rockies that yells at hikers. Experts are worried its call may be fading
A new study suggests a severe decline in the number of young America pikas in the Rocky Mountains as the climate warms.
‘I spent 4 days tracking a leopard in Mozambique. It led me to something terrifying.’
Douglas Flynn was tasked with tracking a leopard that walked with lions – with chilling consequences
How and why kangaroos hop: The secrets behind their powerful – and very speedy – bounce...
BBC Wildlife contributor Ben Phillips answers your wild question.
Watch heart-stopping footage of desperate flying foxes dodging deadly, monstrous crocodiles to collect water from a predator-infested river
This incredible BBC Earth footage shows the aerial agility of the mega bat and the ambush tactics of the freshwater crocodile
As long as a double bed and shaped like a barrel, these cute and – quite weird – mammals are fast swimmers that use their bizarre snouts like snorkels
Tapirs are rather unusual-looking mammals, and they are absolutely amazing creatures.
What's the difference between zebras and horses?
They may look similar but zebras and horses are very different species
"Each family display loyalty, courage and generosity" – These wild dogs might be branded villains, but what I found in the savannah completely changed my mind
In the jackal’s world, mum and dad stay together for life and their offspring are always eager to help. Patricia Moehlman can’t help but admire these amazing animals.
A new type of lion roar has just been discovered. Here's why that matters
New research reveals lions use two different roars, a discovery that could transform how conservationists monitor and protect threatened populations across Africa.
Watch dramatic BBC footage shows desperate, ravenous leopard mother risking death for her cubs, high in the treetops
This incredible BBC Earth footage shows the power and agility of the African leopard
"They are designed for ripping apart blubbery seals, so they will make short work of our puny bodies:" The 10 deadliest bears on the planet
It's always good to give bears a wide berth...
These 9 ruthless, brutal cheetah photos reveal the raw power, speed and lethal grace of Africa's fastest cat
A visual journey into the lives of Africa's fastest land predator, from playful cubs learning to hunt to high-speed brutal chases across the savannah
Can this zebra escape a deadly crocodile's jaws? Watch heart-wrenching, tense, BBC footage of a perilous battle at the river’s edge
Zebras must face one of nature’s most dangerous challenges: crossing predator-filled rivers
These impressive mammals can sleep for up to half the year – but somehow don’t get weak or stiff. Here's why...
Just how do bears survive hibernating?
Are humans the only primates that use breasts for show?
Are we the only species impressed by breasts?
Would chimpanzees make good politicians?
Are these the world's best, most outrageous, moustaches? 8 animals with a better facial fuzz than yours
Check out these brilliantly bristly animals that use their moustaches and beards for all manner of tasks, from foraging for food on dark ocean floors to spreading scent to attract mates