exotic pets
Exotic pets are wild animals gone domestic; explore the absurd, fascinating and sometimes illegal exotic pet industry.
Real camouflage for people and machines is getting closer thanks to materials inspired by octopuses.
Engineers now have a closer resemblance to octopus skin thanks to a new colour-changing material that can change both its colour and surface roughness in less than 10 seconds. The soft photonic skin was created by Stanford University researchers using patterns on its surface that are tiny than a human hair.
By Francis Dami2 days ago in Petlife
The Gentle Agreement. AI-Generated.
When people say cats are distant, Lena usually smiles and lets it pass. She knows better. Anyone who has shared a home with a cat understands that the relationship is not loud or obvious. It is quiet. Subtle. Built on small rituals and unspoken agreements.
By George Evan17 days ago in Petlife
Keeping your pets safe (and calm) this holiday season . Top Story - December 2025.
The holiday season may be magical for some humans, but for pets it only means confusion, changed routines, overstimulation, extra noise, guests or pet sitters come and go, and sometimes the festive season means danger for pets.
By Susan Fourtané 20 days ago in Petlife
14 Animals That Are Often Confused for One Another
Have you ever confidently pointed at an animal in the wild only to realize you were completely wrong about what you were looking at? The natural world presents us with countless creatures that seem almost identical at first glance, yet belong to entirely different families, habitats, and evolutionary paths. With over eight million species sharing our planet, nature has developed some remarkable similarities that can fool even experienced observers.
By The Big Bad 21 days ago in Petlife
13 Years of Life With My Cats. AI-Generated.
For the past thirteen years, I have shared my life with nine cats. During that time, we created countless memories together—some small and ordinary, others deeply meaningful. Each of them has quietly become a part of who I am today.
By LifeWithNineCats28 days ago in Petlife
5 Animals with Seriously Strange Superpowers
Nature is full of surprises, and some of the animal kingdom's inhabitants possess abilities so bizarre they sound like they were ripped straight from a superhero movie or a villain's backstory. They’re walking proof that you don't need fancy tech or magic to be totally impressive; sometimes, you just need a horrifying bone-claw defense or an unstoppable desire to roll dung. Get ready, because we're diving into the real-life oddballs who make fictional powers look tame.
By Areeba Umair2 months ago in Petlife
The Acrobatic Margay: Diet and Life in the Canopy
The Margay (Leopardus wiedii), often called the "tree ocelot" or "monkey cat," is one of the most remarkable and acrobatically adapted small wild cats of the Americas. This solitary, spotted feline spends much of its life high in the forest canopy, a habitat for which it possesses astonishing physical adaptations.
By Mouni Sana2 months ago in Petlife
Rhino Diet: A Complete Guide to What Rhinos Eat in the Wild and Captivity
Rhinos are some of the most impressive animals on Earth, known for their size, strength, and distinctive horns. But despite their intimidating appearance, these giants are peaceful herbivores. Understanding the Rhino diet not only helps us learn about their natural behavior and health but also provides insight into how they survive in the wild and how they are cared for in sanctuaries and zoos.
By Mouni Sana3 months ago in Petlife
Aardvark: The Earth-Digging Wonder of Africa
The Aardvark (Orycteropus afer) is one of the most extraordinary and misunderstood animals in the world. Native to the vast savannas and grasslands of Africa, this shy, nocturnal creature has adapted perfectly to life underground and under the stars. Its name comes from the Afrikaans word “aardvark,” meaning “earth pig,” which refers to its burrowing lifestyle and somewhat pig-like snout. Yet, despite the name, the Aardvark is not related to pigs at all—it’s actually the only surviving member of its own order, Tubulidentata.
By Mouni Sana3 months ago in Petlife
The Armored Giants: An Introduction to the Fascinating World of Beetles
Beetles, members of the insect order Coleoptera, are the armored giants of the animal kingdom. They represent the largest order of insects—and arguably of any life form on Earth—with an astonishing diversity that has led them to colonize almost every terrestrial and freshwater habitat. These hard-shelled invertebrates make up approximately a quarter of all known animal species, a biological abundance that has long captivated and perplexed scientists.
By Mouni Sana3 months ago in Petlife
