Highland deer mice and their lowland cousins ventured on a simulated seven-week ascent to 6,000 meters. By tracking how the mice responded to cold stress and progressively lower oxygen levels, the ...

They like playing with family members but also need periods of solitude for napping, hunting pests (like mice), or exploring ...

Seeing a single mouse doesn’t necessarily mean your home is overrun, but it's a strong signal that more are nearby, says ...

When hairy mammals feel something on their back, they’ll pull out the “wet dog shakes”. If you’ve ever been within the splash ...

The brain pathway that causes hairy mammals like mice and dogs to shake themselves dry appears to have more to do with ...

Scientists discovered a mechanoreceptor that triggers the distinctive shake-off behavior observed in mice when they become ...

This instinctive reflex is shared by many furry mammals including mice, cats, squirrels ... The hairy skin of mammals is ...

Trailing behind the fluffy animal, however, is a tail longer than the rest of its body combined, more than 6 inches long, ...

More Australian animals have been added to the international red list of threatened species, sounding the alarm here in ...

With their soft, billowing coats and endearing personalities, large fluffy dog breeds have captured the hearts of dog lovers worldwide. Their captivating appearance, combined with their gentle and ...