Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Drought is a slow-moving catastrophe for most animals. Yet ...

Nevada designated the desert bighorn sheep as its state animal in 1973, citing its toughness and ability to survive extreme desert conditions. After dropping to about 2,000 animals in the 1960s, ...

Deserts reward preparation. Across the world, desert animals have developed ingenious and resourceful ways to conserve every drop of water they receive. Here's a look at ten animals that play the long ...

When desert animals face environmental extremes day in and day out, every unique anatomical feature can aid in their survival. Among the most striking of these adaptations is ear size. In arid ...

These reptiles show a mix of adaptations: water conservation, heat avoidance, burrowing, fat storage, and unique defense ...

How do camels survive in deserts? Camels are well suited to their desert habitats, with numerous clever adaptations that help ...

Rare animals from India’s deserts and mountains are captivating global audiences, as Bactrian camels, indigenous dogs, birds ...