From shadowy big cats to rare birds, explore ten stunning black animals whose beauty, power, and mystique set them apart in ...

Pure black animals are more novel. We thought the more rare melanistic animals would pique human interest for being more unusual and trigger more protections. Colors have long-standing associations.

These animals evolved to be ‘ultrablack’—here’s why. An ant that disappears into the forest floor, a bird that demands attention from mates—for these animals, an inky black exterior is ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Imagine it’s a crisp and sunny fall morning. You just left your local coffee shop, ready to start your day. Out of the corner of your eye, you catch a glimpse of something ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Imagine it’s a crisp and sunny fall morning. You just left your local coffee shop, ready to start your day. Out of the corner of your eye, you catch a glimpse of something ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Imagine it’s a crisp and sunny fall morning. You just left your local coffee shop, ready to start your day. Out of the corner of your eye, you catch a glimpse of something ...

Animals that are all black or all white have reputations based on superstition − biases that have real effects. Getty Images Black cats are often the targets of superstitious beliefs.

Animals that are all black or all white have reputations based on superstition − biases that have real effects. By Elizabeth Carlen, Washington University in St. Louis April 3, 2025 ...