Michigan is a beautiful state, and for the outdoor lover, it could be the perfect summer vacation destination. But any lover ...

In a woodland of southern Africa, a clawed creature with “large” black eyes tucked itself under a rock and waited. Something about the hiding place caught the attention of nearby scientists searching ...

A: Nutria (or coypu) are like gophers on steroids.

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There are many species that were introduced to Australia that have now become invasive pests. Here are 9 problematic ...

Snakes are ending hibernation to mate and bask under the summer sun. Michigan has one venomous snake. Here's how to identify it.

As urban development continues to creep further into Earth's oldest and most diverse rainforests, a study reveals native and invasive small mammals aren't just adapting to their changing habitats -- ...

Michigan is home to 18 species of snakes, only one of which is venomous, and four that have been declared endangered, ...

Working with international collaborators, the team discovered the black rat (Rattus rattus), an invasive species commonly found in cities and towns, had a gut microbiome more similar to the native ...

After Michigan's snakes hibernate and endure the cold months, they emerge from hibernation in spring, Huron-Clinton ...

Where in America has the highest rat population? If you live in this city, you may be sharing your streets with millions of ...

A tourist who has visited every country in the world without flying has revealed that he loved this underrated African ...