Ranger Rick’s stories and facts about wildlife species and habitats are from all over the world. Enjoy surprising discoveries and weird findings below.
Hey, what’s newt? Stick around, and you’ll find out!
Is this someone’s pet tabby cat, with ears perked up for the sound of a distant can opener?
Check out how cute these cubs are. . . but don’t get too close! See the look on their mom’s face? She’s saying, “Back away from my babies!”
Just look at this face! Get ready to meet a frog unlike any frog you’ve ever seen before.
Hamsters? You mean those cute little fluffballs that live in cages and run very fast to nowhere on hamster wheels? Not these! These hamsters are WILD!
Meet the tiny but tough American pika.
“Nobody bothers me!” That’s what the ocean animals in this story might say.
Maybe you could dress up as one of these strange creatures for Halloween or your next costume party!
These big, beautiful red birds had nearly disappeared from Mexico. But now they’re making a comeback—with a little help from some friends.
In Great Britain, people are bringing water voles back to the wild. Read on for a tale with a happy ending!