Epipedobates are species of poisonous frogs found in dry and humid tropical forests on the western side of the Andes in Colombia, Ecuador and northern Peru, according to a study published Feb. 6 in ...

Indonesian authorities have ordered the halting of development of a tourism project affiliated with U.S. President Donald ...

Slow lorises are a study in contradictions. With wide eyes and furry bodies, these slow-moving, pint-sized primates look like ...

Ticks are so small that it's easy to miss when they bite. But they're worth making a big deal over, experts say, because ticks can spread serious diseases. Knowing what to look for can help you ...

via Wikimedia Commons The slow loris looks cute, but it’s got a sneaky defense. This little guy has poison glands on its arms, which it rubs on its fur or licks to make its bite toxic. The ...

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Slow lorises are a study in contradictions. With wide eyes and furry bodies, these slow-moving, pint-sized primates look like cuddly stuffed animals. But their venom-filled bites can rot flesh and ...

For people with a mosquito bite allergy, also known as "skeeter syndrome," symptoms are more severe than the itchy red bump of a mosquito bite. They can include a rash, large areas of excessive ...

Learn More Your lovable furball might not be as innocent as you think. Over 4.5 million dog bite cases occur annually in the U.S., with about 20% requiring medical attention. Some breeds, even the ...

As I dealt with the physical pain and discomfort from the Irish wolfhound's bite, I questioned my future. This trauma became my focus. I felt alone. With a few days off to heal, being away from ...

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Fleas, mites, and chiggers often bite humans. But they are not poisonous. It's sometimes hard to know which type of insect caused the bite, or if the rash is caused by poison ivy or other skin ...