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It's nurture more than nature.
This must be one of the most unique research we've seen in a long time.
No, it’s not Rudolph’s radiant red nose.
Study looks into the DNA of almost 140 species of large mammals
These "genius" dogs take fetch to a whole new level.
Domestic cats when allowed to roam outside kills hundreds of wild animals that are already at risk of extinction.
Mice can recognize themselves in the mirror in specific social conditions, reshaping our view of animal self-awareness.
The cute dimples on a dolphin's mouth are not just for show. They help them detect electric fields released by their prey.
Brittle star behaviour is more complex than we thought.
It's one of the most extreme examples of how sleep benefits can accumulate incrementally.
Do you know what your cat is doing?
The researchers aren't entirely sure why this has happened
The rediscovery of the De Winton's golden mole, long thought extinct, showcases nature's resilience and offers hope amidst rising species extinctions.
Scientists unravel the mysteries of snake evolution.
An innovative drug may extend lifespans of large dog breeds
It’s been a head scratcher for years -- but the answer was in the rear end.
A tiny bacterium may be causing a deadly respiratory illness in dogs across the U.S.
The existing regulations are simply not working.
Serotine bats have penises seven times longer and wider than their female counterparts' vaginas
The monkey chimera is created from pluripotent stem cells and contains two distinct sets of DNA.
Just as with humans the fish (in this case termites) aren't always biting.
It was photographed for the first time in an Indonesian tropical forest
Study brings new light to their amazing abilities.
It was difficult to understand its features and many questions still remain open
They even named it after a beer company.
It could make surgeries safer and improve outcomes.
Study shows the arms are actually extensions of its head
Hopefully night-vision goggles aren't next.
Study looks at over 100 chimps living in a national park in Uganda
Only a few animals have so far passed the mirror self-recognition test. This could have important moral implications.
Taking 'riders on the storm' the the next level.
Study rules out ties to Incan rituals, indicates mice ascended on their own
Wild goats and rats used to rule Redonda. Now, the island is a symbol of rewilding.
She is the fiercest and fattest bear of the Katmai National Park, and she crushed her opponent by over 80,000 votes.
Researchers look at the behavior in worker honey bees and finds some surprises
The competition showcases some of the most extraordinary images of wildlife
They might not be fast or agile flyers but they have their own unique skills
What happens when scientists use Age of Empires and live ants to test theories about combat and environment?
Researchers look at specimens in a museum in Australia to see which ones fluoresced
Centuries ago, London (and the rest of England) was teeming with wildlife. But most of it (including beavers) were hunted down or pushed aside by urbanization. But in recent years, London has been pushing rewilding efforts — and, as part of the efforts, a few beavers were released around the city. Now, scientists note the […]
Study could lead to a dietary supplement or food additive for dogs
We knew they were smart, but this takes things to another level.
Researchers have delved into 60 years of data to unravel the enigmatic reason why Southern Resident killer whales harass, kill, but don't eat porpoises in the Salish Sea.
Turns out, jellyfish are not just simple, pulsating blobs—they can learn from experience.
It's a completely different type of intelligence than what we're familiar with.
Chinese scientists used CRISPR gene-editing tools to coax the humble silkworm into making spider silk, a material stronger than Kevlar.
Bats' unique evolutionary traits may offer clues for human health.
Surviving with two heads and two hearts is not child's play.
Study looks into the concept of statistical inference in crows.
Researchers have found it in Madagascar and warned it’s endangered
