From platypuses to polar bears, these solitary animals prefer to keep to themselves. Meet some of nature's most independent creatures.

Solitary lifestyles can have some big advantages in the animal world. Can humans learn anything from them?

The Akron Zoo says it is removing one of its red pandas from public view. Lulu's last days in the zoo's habitat in the Wild Asia area will be July 10 and July 13. Zoo spokesperson Elena Bell said Lulu ...

A solitary animal, Javan rhinos don’t form social groups but live alone except when they mate or care for their young. Scientists think their lifespan may be around 30 to 40 years.

These solitary animals cover vast stretches of snowy wilderness by following scents, digging through ice, and traveling impressive distances in a single day.

Hedgehogs live alone in the wild and are typically solitary animals. They may take a while to warm up to you when you first bring them home. Patience and time will help them trust you. Hedgehogs ...

They're solitary animals, with the exception of females with kittens. Mountain lion attacks on humans are rare, but they have happened.

We probably all know someone who lives a solitary life. But not everyone realises that there are solitary individuals in the animal kingdom, too. Examples of solitary species are some shrews, and ...

Koalas are usually regarded as solitary animals, but new footage is revealing a more gregarious side. Darcy Watchorn at Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia, filmed male koalas grooming each ...

Animals that live in groups, including species like the prolific African driver ant, can have more babies than solitary animals because of the greater protection offered by the group.

Solitary lifestyles can have some big advantages in the animal world. Can humans learn anything from them?