AZ Animals

3 days ago | a-z-animals.com | Hannah Ward

Scientists are always baffled when odd animals show up in unlikely places, especially without a logical explanation. That is exactly what’s occurring on Florida’s Space Coast, where the shore is suddenly lined with dozens of other-worldy sea stars. The nine-armed marine creatures are not often seen in the area. Their sudden appearance, alongside their alien-like features, have beachgoers on edge. Where did these massive sea stars come from and why?

3 days ago | a-z-animals.com | Brianna Goebel

With Jurassic World Rebirth hitting theaters July 2, 2025, movie buffs and science lovers alike are busy scouring trailers and cast lists — but not for the actors. It’s the prehistoric creatures that are the true stars of the film. A diverse lineup of species is expected to appear, from reimagined fan favorites to brand-new hybrid creatures. But just how accurate are these dinosaurs? We’re breaking down a few of the creatures featured in the upcoming film — and separating science from sci-fi.

3 days ago | a-z-animals.com | Sharon Parry

Whale sharks, Rhincodon typus, are the largest fish in the world. They can trace their ancestry to the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, 245–65 million years ago, and are members of the Orectolobiformes order. This elusive sea creature was not formally recognized until 1828, and sightings were rare prior to the mid-1980s. Now, however, we know a lot more about their global distribution and where you are most likely to find them.

4 days ago | a-z-animals.com | Sharon Parry

The link between clouds and penguin poop is not an obvious one but it has important implications for climate change. New research has revealed the cloud-forming properties of penguin guano (poop) on the Antarctic Peninsula. We will examine the science behind this link and its significance for the fight against climate change. Clouds are made up of tiny water droplets, minute ice crystals, or both, suspended in the air. For a cloud to form, invisible water vapor must condense into droplets.

4 days ago | a-z-animals.com | Sydni Ellis

Corgis are sweet and adorable dogs — and make for great cuddle companions — but they often get an undeserved reputation for being less intelligent. People see cute little dogs and assume they are dumb, but they are actually much smarter than you might think. This dog breed, which was beloved by the late Queen Elizabeth II, has a rich history of being bred to herd cattle and sheep. They are smart, active, friendly, and wonderful dogs.