Animals
The Elusive Okapi
Images of the okapi in the wild remained nonexistent—until 2008. The okapi remind us that today’s animals are descended from the original created kinds in Genesis and that their elusive nature reminds us that some creatures may have avoided human contact for years, which would help explain stories of dinosaur-like creatures even in the past millennium.
Angry Birds
The well-known fact that hormones affect behavior is the basis, of course, for such practices as the gelding of animals. A recent study showed that wild junco birds with high levels of mRNA for several hormones, like testosterone, demonstrated more aggressive behavior toward birds of the same sex. The researchers believe their results help explain the evolution of aggressive behavior.
Animal Intelligence?
Many animals are endowed with remarkable and interesting abilities, and evolutionists contend that humans are just smart animals. But the Bible reveals how and why human beings possess not only the ability to express and understand original abstract thoughts through language but also the ability to know—and be accountable to—their Creator.
Hybrid Animals in the Wild
A National Geographic News story discusses how a growing number of “hybrid species” have been observed in the wild. Reading about such interbreeding species is a reminder that the representatives of each kind from Noah’s Ark contained the genetic information to repopulate the earth, leading to the species we see today.
Animals Topics
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10 Cursed Creatures with Undeniable Design
Don’t be fooled by the supposed tree of life. Animals have not evolved into higher life forms but rather God created animals with amazing genetic diversity.
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Amphibians
The clever design of amphibians, from tree frogs to spotted salamanders, is a powerful demonstration of God’s creativity.
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Animal Behavior
Evolution fails to explain the origin of diverse and complex animal behaviors including instinct, intelligence, migration, diet, and communication.
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Aquatic Animals
The oceans—filled with incredible creatures like jellyfish, starfish, dolphins, seals, crabs, coral reefs, and octopuses—declare the majesty of their Creator.
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Birds
The design of birds—from the delicate egg to the intricate feather to the efficient wing—all declare the praise of their wise Creator.
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Created Kinds (Baraminology)
God made living things to reproduce according to their kind. The taxonomic science of baraminology seeks to classify modern and fossil organisms within their original kinds.
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Creepy Crawlies
Even the unusual and gross creatures—spiders, insects, and other creepy crawlies—distinctly proclaim their Maker’s praise.
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Dinosaurs
God created dinosaurs on day six of creation, approximately 6,000 years ago. These fascinating creatures can now serve as “missionary lizards” for the gospel.
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Extinct Animals
The rocks preserve the memory of many unusual and often gigantic now-extinct animals that inhabited the world before and after the Flood of Noah’s day.
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Hybrid Animals
Genesis infers that all creatures reproduce after their kinds. Hybrid animals like ligers, wholphins, and zonkeys help to define the boundaries of kinds.
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Mammals
Great diversity exists within the mammal group. From koalas to deer to bats to primates to whales to cheetahs, mammals declare the glory of their Creator.
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Reptiles
Snakes, lizards, alligators, and other reptiles may or may not be your favorite animals, but certainly their brilliant design draws attention to their Designer.
News About Animals
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June 8, 2023 from Ken Ham Blog
Are red kangaroos evolving because of the 3,400-mile (5,600 km) “dingo fence” built to keep farms and sheep in Australia’s southwest safe from hungry dingoes?
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May 16, 2022 from Ken Ham Blog
A recent news item that caught my eye described a genetic study which attempted to correlate dog breed’s behavior with their genetics.
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Jan. 5, 2021 from Ken Ham Blog
How some evolutionists are pushing for “elephant rights” against the better judgment of the courts and the Word of God.
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Sept. 14, 2018 from Ken Ham Blog
A news item recently reported on a study which found that the bonnethead shark (a smaller relative of Hammerhead sharks) actually eats and digests seagrass.
Articles About Animals
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July 5, 2025 from Answers Magazine
In their effort to explain how life began, evolutionists often must bend fundamental scientific principles.
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April 1, 2025 from Answers Magazine
Many creatures seem to walk on water almost miraculously. But their ability to skip across the surf or tread over waves is no miracle.
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April 1, 2025 from Answers Magazine
Older animals in herds, pods, packs, hives, and other animal groups help their species survive by passing on skills and knowledge.
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Feb. 16, 2025 from Answers Magazine
The existence of venom in so many animals has long challenged creationists. How did it show up in a very good creation?
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Dec. 22, 2024 from Answers Magazine
Animals and other wildlife are moving into urban areas. How are they adapting to life in the big city?
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