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While lifelong partnerships may seem rare, many animals form bonds that last for years or even a lifetime. From birds that reunite with the same partner season after season to mammals that raise ...

It’s well known that animals rely on odors to survive. Bees, for example, can follow the scent of a flower from far away to collect nectar and pollen. But in turbulent air, how do bees and other ...

Some animals form lifelong pair bonds that run deeper than simple mating. These connections shape how they live, move, and interact with the world. When a partner is lost, the change is often visible.

Sloths have a very unusual mating call, but for a very good reason. Read here to learn about sloths mating calls, and ...

From tiny birds to massive hoofed mammals, dancing is more than just a display – it’s a crucial part of the animal dating game. In this episode, we explore how movement, rhythm, and coordination help ...

The Lion King got one thing right: love is in the air on the savanna. From the birds perched in the trees to the foxes curled in their den, plenty of these grassland creatures are monogamous and mate ...

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and love is in the air for humans and wildlife alike. The noun “love” is defined as an intense feeling of deep affection. Just as humans feel love, animals ...

Get ready for Valentine’s Day by learning how zoo matchmakers use science to “swipe right” for conservation. Mike Bock Male Andean bear Quito (above) has fathered two cubs at the Smithsonian’s ...