Wolves howl more when a close companion or high-ranking group member leaves. That's what scientists found when they analysed how captive wolves reacted when one was taken to the forest for a walk.

Their bone-chilling wail is enough to make the stoutest heart tremble.But far from being a signal of beastly intent, wolves often howl to show they care. Scientists found the behaviour is more likely ...

While Hollywood may portray the howls of wolves in various ways, new research has found the animals do indeed have different 'accents,' based on their breed and location. Researchers pinpointed 21 ...

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One of the factors that draws tourists towards Yellowstone is the incredible wildlife. Although there have been many instances where people wandered too close to the wildlife, such as with bison, ...