Magician & Prankster Rahat Hossain uses a lifelike animal puppet to convince fast-food employees that a forest creature has infiltrated his vehicle to place an order.

The tanuki, also known as the raccoon dog, is a small wild canine native to East Asia. Despite its raccoon-like appearance, genetic studies place it firmly within the dog family. One of its most ...

In a new experiment, raccoons continued opening fresh doors and latches on a puzzle box even after they had claimed the food ...

Each spring, wildlife rescuers get pummeled with well-meaning people bringing in baby animals who appear lost but are really ...

Spring is when many species are on the move looking for mates and securing territories for the breeding season. NCWRC provides helpful guidance for people when encountering wildlife during this ...

They raid compost bins, outsmart latches and sometimes look gleeful doing it. A new study in Animal Behaviour suggests raccoons may not just be opportunistic—they may be genuinely curious.

For a raccoon, breaking into your garbage might be just as satisfying as cracking a crossword puzzle or a Sudoku is for you, according to new research. These meddlesome “trash pandas” have dexterous ...

It's almost inevitable that a North Texas home will encounter a pest problem at some point. Here are tips for getting unwanted guests out.

South Carolina Department of Public Health confirms that a raccoon found near West Creek and Beulah roads in Leesville tested positive for rabies.

Here’s how to control the flea population in your yard.

Rachel lives off-grid in a remote stretch of wilderness, the kind of place where the nearest neighbor is a long walk away. One morning in early 2025, she woke before dawn, stepped onto her porch, and ...