Several Russian officials are defending military use of donkeys after images of the pack animals went viral. Pro-war bloggers said the donkeys are being used to transport ammo and supplies to ...

Donkeys are domesticated members of the Equidae family. They’re well known for their harsh braying noises and stubborn nature. They diverged from their wild cousin, the African wild ass, about 5,000 ...

The study of genetic diversity and phylogenetics in donkey breeds has rapidly evolved, providing profound insights into breed origins, evolutionary relationships and the domestication process. By ...

In December, the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health contracted with the Texas-based nonprofit Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue to rescue and relocate wild burros from an unincorporated ...

Donkeys are under threat in Africa, but thanks to a new rule by officials, the species is expected to regain its numbers. According to The Eastleigh Voice, millions of donkeys are slaughtered in ...

But the country's most unusual ritual pays tribute to the humble donkey. The Festival del Burro, or Donkey Festival, is a seven-day extravaganza in the Caribbean coast town of San Antero during Easter ...

SAN ANTERO, Colombia — Colombians are proud of their culture — and their quirks. That's why the country holds annual festivals celebrating everything from coffee, flowers and a local version of the ...