Enormous herds of animals roamed the Arctic tundra thousands of years ago. Just a fraction remain today, but some scientists say they should be brought back to help fight climate change. Enormous ...

WESTLAKE, Ohio — The cold weather is hitting everyone hard lately, including animals. Westlake Police say, the city's animal control came across a Tundra Swan Thursday in the area of Downing Street.

Reindeer comes from the Old Norse word hreindyri, which combines hreinn (the Old Norse name for the animal) and dyr ("deer").

Kobuk Valley National Park is one of Alaska’s wildest places, home to caribou herds, brown bears, wolves, wolverines, and ...

For nearly two decades, scientists have noted dramatic changes in arctic tundra habitat. Ankle-high grasses and sedges have given way to a sea of woody shrubs growing to waist- or neck-deep heights.

Reindeer are a type of deer that has evolved to endure harsh winters in freezing climates. They are the only deer species with hair completely covering their nose. This helps warm incoming cold air ...

DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior Zoo's Tundra is not your average bear. The Alaskan Coastal brown bear will receive a talladium crown after having some recent dental repairs done. According to ...

TACOMA, Wash. — Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium has a new trot star in the house -- a healthy muskox calf was born on Thursday, Sept. 7 and now the zoo is calling on the public to help name her.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — For many of us, this week’s snow has created a lot of work and angst. But for the animals at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, it brings a rare and exciting adventure. If you’re lucky ...

For nearly two decades, scientists have noted dramatic changes in arctic tundra habitat. Researchers set out to discover what could be behind the changes. For nearly two decades, scientists have noted ...