TED Talks
Suzana Herculano-Houzel: What is so special about the human brain?
The human brain is puzzling -- it is curiously large given the size of our bodies, uses a tremendous amount of energy for its weight and has a bizarrely dense cerebral cortex. But: why? Neuroscientist Suzana Herculano-Houzel puts on her...
SciShow
Goodall, Fossey & Galdikas: Great Minds
Today we know that humans and chimpanzees share 99% of their DNA and that we have a lot in common. Not just how we look, but how we behave, form groups, defend our turf, and love each other. People didn't always see other primates this...
SciShow
Basically Every Mammal Is Good at Swimming... Except Us
From the world’s biggest land animal to a creature built more like a tank than a sub, meet seven mammals that you might not think can swim well, but do! CHAPTERS View all MOOSE 1:33 2 ELEPHANTS 3:21 ARMADILLOS 4:54 CAMELS 5:32 6 SLOTHS 9:03
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Claws vs. nails | Matthew Borths
Consider the claw. Frequently found on animals around the world, it's one of nature's most versatile tools. Bears use claws for digging as well as defense. An eagle's needle-like talons can pierce the skulls of their prey. Even the...
Curated Video
Zookeepers Are Hoping These Two Tamarins Are Going to Expand Their Family
Zookeepers are hoping they hit it off.
Curated Video
A Baby Chimp and His Mom are Inseparable - Literally
Check in with Jamoke the newborn chimp at the San Diego Zoo.
Curated Video
These Lucky Baby Bonobos Have a Big Bro to Show Them the Ropes
He does all the heavy lifting - literally.
Curated Video
A Spider Monkey Who Has Seasonal Allergies Just Like Humans
Meet Ebony, one of Utah Hogle Zoo's longest residents.
Curated Video
A Baby Red-Tailed Monkey and His Mom are Inseparable
Meet 3-week-old Kupatwa, the newest member of this Schmidt's Guenon troop, and his mom Bebe.
Curated Video
Watch a Baby Orangutan Begin to Branch Out From Mom
At just five and a half months old, baby orangutan Aisha is already showing off her climbing skills.
Curated Video
A Special Birthday Celebration, Orangutan-Style
One of the first orangutans to have open heart surgery is celebrating her sweet sixteen.
Curated Video
Meet the White-Cheeked Gibbons of Boston's Stone Zoo
Get to know all the members of this gibbon troop, and see how one is adapting to life with just one arm.
Curated Video
Two Red Cheeked Gibbons are Inseparable But Have Completely Different Personalities
Meet a pair of firmly bonded gibbons that couldn't be more different.
Curated Video
A Baby Chimp Clings to Mom for Dear Life During His First Month of Life
Check in with Jamoke the newborn chimp at the San Diego Zoo.
Curated Video
A Look into the World of Ring-Tailed Lemurs
What goes into preparing a lemur troop's diet at the Franklin Park Zoo, as well as all the crucial steps of setting up their exhibit properly. See how the troop interacts and goes about their forage feeding.
Curated Video
Introduction to Primates: Exploring the Classification and Characteristics
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of primates. From their diverse characteristics to their evolutionary history, we delve into what makes primates unique. Discover how primates, including humans, share common traits such as...
Brave Wilderness
Recued from Testing Labs, These Chimps Need Help!
On this adventure, Mark travels to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia and helps out at Project Chimps, a non-profit doing amazing work to better the lives of previous lab tested chimps.
Curated Video
Meet Mimi the Monkey!
Meet Mimi the Black Tufted Marmoset! She's tiny, likes to jump, and loves banana. She was a relinquished pet and is new to Animal Wonders. She's learning to be an ambassador and Jessi is having fun getting to know her and working on her...
Curated Video
Anthropomorphism
Jessi discusses anthropomorphism and how it can interfere with communication and your overall relationship with a non-human animal.
Nature League
The Case for the Aye-Aye
This week on Nature League, Brit Garner discusses true facts about the aye-aye: a unique lemur of Madagascar
Barcroft Media
Adorable Snow Monkeys Bathe in Hot Springs: CUTE AS FLUFF
Relaxed Japanese monkeys take a bath in the hot springs of Hells Valley. Filmed in the Jigokudani Monkey Park, wild Japanese macaques more commonly known as snow monkeys live in the valley during the winter. Jigokudani translates as...