Wildlife Behavior

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Crocodile climbing refers to the ability of crocodilians to ascend slopes, riverbanks, rocks, and, in rare cases, man-made structures. This behavior is an extension of their bas...

Animals & Wildlife

Mama bears and their cubs are emblematic of wildlife resilience, combining formidable biological adaptations with devoted maternal care. Bears occupy keystone roles in ecosystem...

wildlife-safety

A crocodile on beach encounter is serious but predictable when approached with factual knowledge. This guide explains how to identify species, interpret behavior, and apply scie...

wildlife-safety

Encountering a polar bear while traveling on foot in the Arctic is rare but serious, and how you respond can affect outcomes. This guide explains when a bear may feel forced to...

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Squirrel cannibalism refers to instances where a squirrel consumes the body of a deceased or dying conspecific. This behavior is uncommon but documented across several species a...

wildlife-behavior

Red kangaroos are large, powerful herbivores native to Australia that can appear unafraid of humans in certain settings. When a red kangaroo is next to a human, the interaction...

wildlife

A possum walking in circles typically signals a medical issue rather than learned behavior. The most common causes are injury or infection affecting the inner ear or brain, incl...

Animals & Nature

Bears can and do run downhill when terrain, motivation, and body structure allow it. On a steep slope, a bear may descend quickly using a bounding or shuffling gait, trading som...

Parks & Protected Areas

Bear attacks in Yellowstone are rare but understandably consequential for visitors and the park. This overview explains grizzly and black bear behavior in Yellowstone, real inci...