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A team from the Geological, Mining, and Metallurgical Institute of Peru and La Unión College unearthed a nearly complet…
In Ethiopia, researchers captured video of a local wolf (Canis simensis) enthusiastically licking flowers. The footage suggests these predators—often called Ethiopian wolves or red jackals—might act a bit like giant…
Art critics of the world, beware: pigeons might just take over your job. This surprising turn of events comes from a respected scientist who taught a flock of these intelligent…
Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute in the U.S. confirmed that dogs living near the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant are genetically distinct from dogs elsewhere. Evolution usually takes…
Scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have mapped the chemical and biological signals that let some embryos pick the right time to hatch based on environmental cues. So how…
This is the longest journey recorded for this species. The first sighting of the record-breaking penguin on Ocean Beach, on Australia’s southern coast, was made by surfer Aaron Fowler. Fowler…
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…
This animal is critically endangered. It lives in Southeast Asia, and people in Thailand, China, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, the Philippines, and New Guinea consider encountering this remarkable turtle…
When people are watching, a performer’s effectiveness can swing—sometimes improving, sometimes getting worse—because attention shifts toward managing reputation. Reputation management means taking actions to create a positive image for yourself…
Scientists are sounding the alarm: new evidence shows global warming may be pushing humanity toward a point of no return. The Great Barrier Reef (GBR) is the world’s largest coral…
Some animals have a third eye, while certain spiders boast a total of eight eyes. But how many do bees have? At first glance, one might think two, given their…
Imagine a time machine that could transport you back to the age of dinosaurs. Suddenly, you find yourself in a dense, swampy forest, buzzing with insects among flowers, ferns, and…
The Bible tells two stories of fishermen who, thanks to Jesus, hauled in enormous catches that fed their communities for weeks. These events likely took place on the Sea of…
Elephants may have the reputation for never forgetting, but crows aren’t far behind. A new study reveals that crows can hold a grudge for up to 17 years against people…
Most people today prefer friendly, calm pets that fit a more sedentary lifestyle. Just a few decades ago, dogs were seen as working animals tasked with hunting, herding livestock, and…
Researchers at Azabu University in Japan found that, in some tasks, cats outperform human infants. But that revelation is hardly surprising to cat owners. Cats may seem aloof and indifferent…
This idea sounds like it was borrowed from a science fiction blockbuster. But it’s not: real scientists are seriously weighing its pros and cons. A team at the Institute of…
A new study found eastern hornets have an extraordinary tolerance for alcohol—unmatched by almost any other animal. Researchers at Tel Aviv University fed a group of eastern hornets alcohol solutions,…
People often become less social as they age. But it’s not just humans—animals do it too, and for many species that pullback can bring benefits. “Overall, it seems there is…
It turns out dolphins can express positive emotions in ways that look a lot like human smiles—mainly with a particular facial pose: their open mouths, often called their “beaks.” Biologists…
There’s a surprisingly simple way to strengthen your bond with your dog: change how you talk to them, researchers at the University of Geneva found. When talking to your dog,…
An international team of researchers announced the discovery of the remains of what may be the largest flying creature ever found. Romanian paleontologist Matei Vremir was the first to stumble…
The planet’s average temperature in September reached 16.17 °C, just shy of the record 16.38 °C set in September 2023. The European Union’s Climate Change Program reported the figure. Scientists…
Researchers studying animal behavior at Newcastle University have discovered that stressed bumblebees are more likely to make pessimistic choices. This suggests that their reactions to failure resemble those of humans.…
Researchers at the British charity Dogs Trust in London enrolled 4,500 pet dogs in their Generation Pup study, which focused on introducing them to cats. The team found the initial…
A team from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland found that deodorants and other personal-care products can pollute indoor air much like outdoor smog. These products use…
Mount Everest, the highest mountain on Earth, rises to 8,849 meters. And it’s still getting taller. British and Chinese researchers have uncovered why. They used computer modeling and GPS measurements.…
Henry’s birthday at Crocworld is usually celebrated on December 16. Staff at the center where this Nile crocodile has lived since 1985 say he was born around 1900 in the…
We all hear about the importance of a good night’s sleep — but what about your pet’s? A new study from the PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals) reveals how…
The rapid encroachment of mosses and other plants in Antarctica is raising serious concerns. British researchers found that over the past 40 years the Antarctic Peninsula—the largest peninsula of continental…
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences found that neurons in attention-related brain regions synchronize as dogs and humans grow closer. Previous studies suggested the human brain synchronizes during interactions…
Scientists have found heat-resistant corals that could help reefs survive rising ocean temperatures. These corals bring new hope for reefs that have faced serious threats in recent years: their greater…
A new study from Eötvös Loránd University points to two clear signs of a truly gifted dog. The first is the ability to learn and remember the names of hundreds…
About 4 in 10 domestic cats enjoy playing fetch — a game most people associate with dogs. A team of American animal psychologists found more cats like the game than…
A heat advisory hung over the national park with an ominous name for most of the summer. The last two months in Death Valley, which straddles eastern California and a…
Currently, our planet’s population is doing something once thought nearly impossible: it’s expected to peak much sooner than many predicted, potentially topping 10 billion by the 2060s before beginning to…
The world of mollusks is full of surprising extremes: from the tiny micro-mollusk Angustopila dominikae, which can fit through the eye of a needle, to the Australian trumpet snail, which…
Puffin chick season has returned to Iceland, and with it a surprising sight: people tossing chicks off cliffs. That sounds cruel, but the locals who practice this long-standing tradition are…
Researchers at Hefei University of Technology in China have found a link between the amount of silver buried in marine sediments and human-driven climate change. They say global warming is…
What body part would you want more of? An extra pair of hands would certainly come in handy. Maybe a second pair of eyes on the back of your head…
Bad news for banana lovers: bananas may soon disappear from supermarket shelves. The culprit is a disease called Fusarium wilt of banana (FWB), which blocks the flow of nutrients to…
Modern bird genomes still carry echoes of the asteroid that ended the age of dinosaurs. “By studying the DNA of modern birds, we can uncover patterns in genetic sequences that…
Animal psychology experts have uncovered another clue to a common cat mystery. If you’ve ever seen a cat pacing in front of a closed door, you might have noticed how…
It’s rare to find a plant encased in amber, and even rarer to find a dinosaur fragment. Imagine paleontologists’ surprise when what looked like a delicate flower turned out to…
For centuries, turbulent waters have been both a curse for sailors and a source of legends. The world’s oceans include areas — whole seas and ocean zones — that researchers…
Mount Everest (known as Chomolungma) stands at a staggering 8,849 meters, making it the tallest mountain in the world. But how did scientists determine its exact height? And how do…
Most people adore roses, but few appreciate their thorns. Despite the poetic imagery often attached to these prickly features, they mostly just add hassle. The same goes for some agricultural…
Jeffrey Charles Hardy, founder of the nonprofit organization Care for Peace, says humanity moves through three phases of evolution and right now is caught in the second — a kind…
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