Changes to size, teeth and ears in various rodents in Chicago found to be part of their adaptation to human development.

Researchers at the Field Museum studied chipmunk and vole specimens from a century ago till now to examine the influence of people on rodents over time.

Scientists in Chicago are mapping some fascinating evolutionary changes to local rodents — and how humans may have ...

A snake in Denmark has been spotted attempting to consume an oversized hare that's 10 times larger than itself. The chance observation of an adult female common European adder killing and intending to ...

The findings of a new study "clearly show that interfering with the environment has a detectable effect on wildlife," a ...

Urbanization has had visible morphological effects on chipmunks and voles in the Chicago metro area. While both chipmunks and ...

Rodents are evolving to cope with living in urban areas, reveals new research. Chipmunk and vole skulls from 125 years ago compared to today reflect changes in diet and noise exposure, say ...

Fueled by strong showings in the 400 meters, high jump, hammer throw and javelin, Georgia women’s track and field won its first national outdoor title.