A rare toad changed the fate of a river by becoming the first amphibian to halt a hydroelectric dam. It's now in trouble.

And it’s exactly what happened this year the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. As 2025 comes to a close, here are a few bite-sized stories that capture both the ...

Wildlife photography is often known for its dramatic scenes and powerful moments, but sometimes nature is simply funny. The 2025 Comedy Wildlife Photography People’s Choice Awards celebrate the ...