Mich. Supreme Court asked to consider chimps held at U.P. zoo as persons

The suit urges the court to reverse an appellate decision that affirmed chimps do not have the right to liberty under state ...

Why can’t I wiggle my toes one at a time, like my fingers?

Most of the muscles of your foot let you point your toes down, like when you stand on tiptoes, or lift them up, like when you walk on your heels. These muscles also help feet roll slightly inward or ...

Endangered African penguin chicks hatch at Maryland Zoo

Eight African penguins hatched at the Maryland Zoo. The offspring of these chicks could one day help boost the population of ...
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San Diego Zoo welcomes new giraffe calf

The San Diego Zoo introduced a new giraffe calf on Nov. 30. The calf will join another little one and can be seen in the ...