It turns out that, like the antennas on an insect or crustacean, a ray uses its tail to sense its environment. The inside of a myliobatid stingray tail is remarkably complex, the scientists learned.

Tails are far more than mere decorative features; they serve essential functions in the animal kingdom, including balance, communication, and survival. Many species have evolved extraordinarily long ...

Learn more about the gene linked to the evolutionary loss of human tails, and how, in rare cases, some people are still born ...

Both males and females of many avian species maintain elaborate plumage traits, and elaborate monomorphic plumage may convey adaptive benefits to one or both sexes as inter- or intraspecific signals.

RIVERSIDE, Calif.-- A wagging tail is often associated with dogs' emotions, but the side-to-side motion may also help them take longer strides and move faster, according to a study by researchers at ...

Tails are vital for animals. They help with balance and communication. Some animals have long tails. These tails aid in flight and movement. They also attract mates. Tails can defend against predators ...