The colugo is often nicknamed a “flying lemur,” but that name couldn’t be more misleading. These unusual mammals don’t fly, and they’re not lemurs, either. What they do excel at is gliding, and ...

Bats are one of evolution’s most remarkable creations. They stand apart as the only mammals capable of true flight, using their thin, flexible wings to glide, hover, and dart through the night sky.

Most library-goers don’t get to enjoy a bit of nature while pursuing books; not so for Portugal’s Joanine Library. A colony of bats has called the library home since the 18th century. The fascinating ...