In the natural world -- where predators pounce, prey flee, and group members feed and sleep in solidarity -- animal behavior is glorious in its variety. Now, new research suggests there may be an ...

Different animals in different habitats follow the same hidden rules of behavior, revealing a surprising shared pattern ...

In the wild, these animals had to create a safe and comfortable ... no longer need to flatten grass or clear out snakes before lying down on a plush dog bed, the instinct remains deeply ingrained.

the African elephant is also the strongest animal on Earth. It can lift its own sizable body weight from a lying-down position. Cheetahs are often characterized as the speed demons of the animal ...

Experts with VCA Animal Hospitals suggested turning around in circles before lying down may have helped wild dogs scout the area around them for potential predators and keep their noses to the ...

If all the cows are lying down, a rainstorm is coming — or so ... from the quirky mating behaviors of different animals, to the drug and alcohol habits of ancient cultures, to new advances ...

And lately, cooling down has been essential ... it’s easy for them to snap a quick photo of an animal lying spread-eagle on the cool concrete, then share it online, Karelus adds to the publication.

Simply put, horses are big animals, and it takes time and energy ... which can only happen while lying down, Matlock said. Because of this, horses must lie down every day. If they don't, they ...