The vampire bat might be nature’s purest super-villain. But it’s not the only flyer known to subsist off of the blood of its prey. Here are four birds that also practice "hematophagy." Hematophagy is ...

Humans are often happy to share food with their friends, but what about animals? Contrary to their reputation, vampire bats are surprisingly social and generous, and a well-fed bat will even ...

This week, researchers announced a novel cancer drug has become the first of its kind to reach clinical trials. Also, new ...

WASHINGTON — Scientists have figured out why vampire bats are the only mammals that can survive on a diet of just blood. The bats live in South and Central America and are basically “living Draculas,” ...

(via TEDEd) Follow the nighttime routine of a vampire bat as it hunts for prey, and find out how these unique creatures work together to survive.

Lima, Peru — Bats have become the latest mammals susceptible to H5N1, the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus responsible for bird flu. In Peru, over a dozen vampire bats have been found carrying ...

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