What could possibly scare a big, powerful predator with sharp teeth and massive jaws? The answer, surprisingly, is its own reflection. Across the animal kingdom, mirrors often trigger confusion, ...

Beluga whales have some of the most iconic faces in the sea, with their marshmallow noggins and upturned mouths—and a new paper reveals they’re more self-aware than previously known. A study published ...

For decades, scientists have used mirrors to explore one of the most intriguing questions in animal behavior: can animals recognize themselves? The answer has historically been yes for only a small ...