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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The clever design of amphibians, from tree frogs to spotted salamanders, is a powerful demonstration of God’s creativity.
Evolution fails to explain the origin of diverse and complex animal behaviors including instinct, intelligence, migration, diet, and communication.
The oceans—filled with incredible creatures like jellyfish, starfish, dolphins, seals, crabs, coral reefs, and octopuses—declare the majesty of their Creator.
The design of birds—from the delicate egg to the intricate feather to the efficient wing—all declare the praise of their wise Creator.
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.
Even the unusual and gross creatures—spiders, insects, and other creepy crawlies—distinctly proclaim their Maker’s praise.
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.
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.
Genesis infers that all creatures reproduce after their kinds. Hybrid animals like ligers, wholphins, and zonkeys help to define the boundaries of kinds.
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.
Snakes, lizards, alligators, and other reptiles may or may not be your favorite animals, but certainly their brilliant design draws attention to their Designer.
Reindeer, with their brilliant design for navigating life in a frigid home, will go down in history.
In their effort to explain how life began, evolutionists often must bend fundamental scientific principles.
Many creatures seem to walk on water almost miraculously. But their ability to skip across the surf or tread over waves is no miracle.
Older animals in herds, pods, packs, hives, and other animal groups help their species survive by passing on skills and knowledge.
The existence of venom in so many animals has long challenged creationists. How did it show up in a very good creation?
Animals and other wildlife are moving into urban areas. How are they adapting to life in the big city?
Scientists suggest the ability of crows to count may “constitute an evolutionary precursor of true counting.” But these brainy birds are not a result of evolution.
Smalltooth sawfish are born displaying cutting-edge design.
Even cat colors confirm the Bible, which tells us that God created each animal according to its own kind.
While God’s creatures might not necessarily wear their hearts on their sleeves—or foreheads—he did design each of them with unique ways of communicating with one another.
Darwin’s tour around the world shows that we often see what we’re looking for.
While some flowers and foods are blue, such as bluebonnets and blueberries, blue is rare among animals. Most animals are unable to make blue pigments.
The strength of a wolf pack isn’t its numbers or the fear it inspires.
Cleaning up dead animals really stinks—and that’s a good thing, which shows God’s wise provision even in a fallen world.
This magnificent muscle speaks of God’s creative genius—and refutes blind evolutionary chance.
As we listen in on animal communication, it seems clear that animals have their own form of language. How does this knowledge affect our responsibility to steward God’s creatures?
The unique varied biological features that allow typically terrestrial organisms to become airborne are a marvelous testimony to the intricacies of God’s creation.
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?
God has equipped some animal moms with intense ways to care for their offspring and to teach them survival in our fallen world.
While some animal fathers were created to simply pass on their DNA and then stay away, God created others to go above and beyond to protect and provide.
Next time you see a shell, consider how much care went into making this wonderful home for a tiny animal. If God cared so much for an animal’s temporary home, how much does he care for you?
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