Wildlife

NABU Provides Answers Why Wildfires Are Deadly for Many Wildlife

Can wild animals escape a forest fire in time? NABU explains which animals are most at risk and what happens after the fire.

Bedbugs hide in the corner of the mattress.

Study Reveals Amazing Discovery! This Weakness Could Stop Bedbugs

Researchers have now discovered something that bedbugs fear—and it's something everyone has at home.

Electric Shocks Up to 860 Volts How Dangerous Is the Electric Eel Really?

The electric eel can generate shocks of up to 860 volts. But how dangerous is this electric fish really to humans?

Shock While Bathing This Snake, Which Can Grow Up to 1.5 Meters Long, Lives in German Lakes

If you suddenly spot a snake up to 1.5 meters long while swimming, it can be quite a shock. But is there really a reason to be afraid?

Expert Advises Caution Why You Shouldn't Lift Snails by Their Shells

Is it really harmful to pick up snails by their shells? PETBOOK consulted a snail expert to explain the proper way to do it.

All Bark, No Bite? How Dangerous the Basking Shark Really Is

How dangerous is the basking shark? One of the ocean's most fascinating inhabitants – PETBOOK introduces it.

Dart frogs, specifically the species known as the terrible dart frog, do not produce their own poison but instead acquire it by consuming other toxic animals.

Sophisticated Self-Defense Why This Frog Doesn't Die From Its Own Poison

Some of the most poisonous animals don't produce their own venom but instead consume other toxic creatures. How do they avoid poisoning themselves in the process?

Giant European House Spider (Tegenaria gigantea, Tegenaria atrica), Female, Germany

Did You Know? How Long Do Spiders Actually Live?

Whether in the basement or the shed, there's always a corner where spiders lurk. PETBOOK reveals how long spiders actually live.

Peruvian Tarantula and Narrow-Mouthed Frog Share Living Space

Little-Studied Phenomenon These Frogs Voluntarily Live With Spiders

Researchers have documented a fascinating partnership between frogs and tarantulas living in shared habitats. Find out more on PETBOOK.

Rare black adder just awakened from hibernation

Black Snakes in Germany Rare but Deadly: How Dangerous Is the "Hell Viper"?

The "hell viper" is one of Germany's rarest snakes. Why some vipers are black and why there's no need to fear them.

Majestic Big Cats Did You Know? Why Tigers Are Only Found in Asia

Are there tigers in Africa? Many people wonder about this—PETBOOK explains where tigers live and what their habitats look like.

Curious Sea Creature Giant Fish Weighs More Than a Car

Why the ocean sunfish is so unique: The heaviest bony fish in the world impresses with curious abilities and astonishing records.

Eerie 'Goth' Bird The Cry of the Dracula Parrot Sends Shivers Down Your Spine

The Dracula parrot impresses with its raven-black plumage and bone-chilling call. It is native to the rainforests of New Guinea.

Fearless Honey Badger This Animal Even Takes on Lions and Venomous Snakes

The honey badger is considered one of Africa's most fearless animals. Discover why even lions and venomous snakes respect it.

Attorney Clarifies Dog Injured, Cat Found, Deer Hit–What Are My Rights in an Emergency?

An animal emergency can happen suddenly. What rules apply in such cases? PETBOOK spoke with attorney Nicole Mutschke.

A brown Texas tarantula on a dead branch

Up to 15 states affected Why Thousands of Tarantulas Swarm in the U.S. in Late Summer

Every year in late summer, thousands of Texas tarantulas migrate across the United States. Here's why they're on the move and why you should leave them alone.

Bite Injuries on Vacation Can Turtles Attack Humans?

Can turtles bite humans? PETBOOK explains whether these animals are truly aggressive and what to do if bitten.

A cassowary traverses its natural habitat, the rainforest of New Guinea.

Even According to the Guinness Book of Records This "Murder Bird" is Considered the Most Dangerous Bird in the World

The cassowary is considered the world's most dangerous bird. PETBOOK explains how this bird earned its reputation as the "murder bird."

Researchers Solve Mystery Why Are Whales So Huge and Yet Don't Get Cancer?

Researchers have now discovered what makes whales so enormous and why they rarely get cancer. PETBOOK examines the study.

Spectacular Footage Orcas Shatter Giant Sunfish Into Thousands of Pieces

Spectacular footage shows orcas deliberately ramming a giant sunfish and tearing it into small pieces.

Close-up of a caiman (Caiman crocodilus) in the dark

Many consider it a myth Were Crocodiles Really Found in the Sewers?

Crocodiles in New York Sewers: Fact or Fiction? Rumors have long circulated that crocodiles inhabit the sewers of New York. But is there any truth to this urban legend? PETBOOK investigates.