EAST BROOKFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Second Chance Animal Services is urgently seeking foster families to care for cats and kittens in need.

This now-shuttered chain was a hit with families thanks to its fun animatronics. See the spot where your steak dinner came ...

Those living in Massachusetts who stepped outside to a strong skunk odor this week are not imagining things. Dedham Animal Control says March marks “peak mating season for these 'little stinkers',” a ...

Here’s how to keep skunks away from your home and garden.

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Western Massachusetts saw its first spring-like day on Tuesday when temperatures reached 79 degrees in Chicopee, but it is important to be on the lookout for a certain mammal ...

If you’ve noticed a sudden uptick in striped visitors – or their unmistakable scent – wandering through your neighborhood ...

Slugs are sluggish but one of the more fascinating creatures in existence. Learn 10 slippery facts about these gastropods.

New research that decoded the evolution of mosquitoes’ feeding habits from DNA could shed light on the murky timeline of prehistoric human ancestors.

Many mammals have fur the color of brown and black. Why don't they have more exotic colors, like purple and neon pink?

From glossy black bears and quill-covered porcupines to elegant red-tailed hawks and stripy chipmunks, Oregon is home to some ...

Common names for animals are often easier to remember than their Latin names, but they can often lead to confusion. Here are ...