Visualizing the Average Lifespans of Mammals

While smaller animals such as weasels typically live 1-2 years, larger counterparts can thrive for decades. Read more

Crunching the Numbers on Mortality

Science has given us insight into which behaviors may prolong or shorten life, but is there a universal, data-driven way to quantify death? Read more

Ranked: The Life Expectancy of Humans and 49 Other Animals

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