Special Species

Even though you can't legally buy one of these pets, they still sickened 473 people between 2011 and 2013. Tiny and cute, people are drawn to them like flies, so their presence in homes is making a comeback. Please resist the temptation to bring one home.

In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers revealed that horses will ask humans for help when faced with a difficult problem. Though obvious in the study, the signals are subtle. Would you recognize the signs if a horse was asking you for help?

Not one has been sighted in California for 90+ years though 10,000 once roamed there. Many people oppose re-introducing them because of their aggressiveness and the large population base. Would you be comfortable meeting one of these in the wild?

Depending upon where you live, this is a menace worth knowing about. If your dog simply licks or, heaven forbid, picks one up in his mouth, it can take only seconds before the signs of toxic poisoning emerge.

Potbellied pigs are smart, social, and playful pets, but they need time, space, and proper care. Sadly, 95% are surrendered when owners underestimate the commitment these curious animals require.

Most people hate them, banishing them from their homes and yards by any means necessary. They've been around since the earliest ecosystems on earth though, and still play a critical role. Can you guess what these fascinating creatures are?

In the US, wildlife officials and ranchers shoot these predators to help prevent attacks, but a study concludes it may not be the best solution. The number of attacks actually increased the following year after shooting a small number of these predators.