While smaller animals such as weasels typically live 1-2 years, larger counterparts can thrive for decades. Read more
Dogs may be our best friends, but as a carrier of the rabies virus, they end up fourth on the list of top 10 deadliest animals. Read more
Human activity is largely to blame for the loss of numbers of the most endangered animals on this list. Read more
Orcas have the strongest bite force in the animal kingdom. Read more
Animal resting heart rates vary significantly depending on factors like size and metabolism. Which creatures have the highest heart rates? Read more
Our planet supports nearly 8.7 million species. We break down the total composition of the living world in terms of its biomass. Read more
Ever wondered if an animal could outrun a modern car? This infographic puts the top speed of the world’s fastest animals into context. Read more
Human life expectancy is more than twice as long as it was in the 19th century. How do our lifespans rank compared to 49 other animals? Read more
Growing the big four American crops—corn, soybean, hay, and wheat—require farmlands bigger than entire countries. Read more