The famous dog Patron is not the only four-legged hero in the ongoing human conflict. Throughout history, various cultu…
Animals
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Nature & Travel
Guilty people: cats are becoming more like dogs, and dogs are becoming more like cats.
Scientists assert that domestication has made cat and dog breeds more diverse, yet surprisingly similar to one another. This has serious implications for the health of these animals. At first…
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Domestic cats have been living alongside humans for about 10,000 years. We adore our furry companions, often considering them friends, family members, or even “children.” It seems this affection is…
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Kissing is an essential part of human culture. Ancient cuneiform tablets discovered in Iraq reveal that people have been kissing since at least 2500 B.C. Today, we actively exchange kisses…
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It’s not just humans who have a taste for alcohol. Researchers from the University of Exeter in the UK have turned their attention to the eating habits of wild animals…
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As we know, people tend to become less social as they age. However, scientists have now revealed that we are not alone in this trend. It turns out that many…
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A team of researchers from the Royal Veterinary College at the University of London has conducted an in-depth study on the running behavior of hippos, and the findings have left…
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Human activity poses a significant threat to the survival of these animals. Migratory species are particularly affected by deforestation, construction, pollution, habitat loss, and, of course, the climate crisis. The…
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Researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior (Germany) are registering thousands of dogs, goats, and other animals on farms, as well as numerous wild animals, for a global…
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Camels thrive in some of the hottest places on Earth, yet they sweat very little. The body temperature of these “ships of the desert” can rise to 104 degrees Fahrenheit…
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How much water does an adult need each day? Scientists have calculated that it’s about two and a half liters. One liter of the necessary fluids comes from the food…