Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Birds of prey typically fit into a common mold: they are ...

Foxes have a reputation for cleverness and stealth, as seen in their roles as storybook tricksters over many centuries. These ambush hunters eat just about anything they can find. This includes ...

Mutations in the animal kingdom can produce creatures with anatomy that appears almost impossible. Some animals develop extra heads or limbs, while others are born with missing or dramatically altered ...

Rattlesnakes are arguably one of the most familiar species of snakes in America. These snakes have a very distinctive rattle, a triangular head, and potent venom. These reptiles are part of the viper ...