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Tiny ants are sending ripples through African ecosystems, changing how lions hunt

The tiny ant is more powerful than you'd think.

Is a vegan diet good for cats? This surprising study says 'yes'

Feeding a vegan diet to a carnivore might sound like a bad idea, but they actually seem to do well.

Texas Alligators are freezing — but they survive thanks to an ace up their sleeve

Alligators survive freezing temperatures by entering brumation, sticking their snouts out of ice-covered waters to breathe.

There are only two Northern White rhinos left. Pioneering IVF pregnancy could now save the species

This could be the last hope for northern white rhinoceroses.

Revolutionary camera sees the world through the eyes of animals — from bees to birds

New technology is revealing the world as animals see it.

The unique skeleton of Stingrays: A striking X-ray perspective

Did you know what the stingray skeleton looks like?

Megalo-wrong? Megalodon looked vastly different than we imagined

New research is challenging long-held views about this massive prehistoric shark's body shape.

New prehistoric feline species discovered in Madrid

This unusual discovery bridges a gap in the evolutionary story of felines.

Big dogs or small dogs: What kind of breeds are at most risk of disease?

Scientists took a thorough look at how dog size influences their health risks and lifespans.

World’s oldest known fossilized skin belongs to a reptile

This fossil is at least 21 million years older than the previous oldest find.

Fruit bats love sugar yet they never get diabetes. Scientists think they could be key to new treatment

Fruit bats can eat up to twice their body weight in fruit a day. But their genes and cells evolved to process all that sugar without any health consequences − a feat drug developers can learn from.

What beatboxing orangutans can teach us about the evolution of speech

These talented primates have a unique vocal ability that sheds light on human speech evolution.

Scientists figured out a way to recycle clothes — without needing to burn them

The technology separates fibers in the clothes, allowing them to be used again.

2023 was the hottest year on record — by a huge margin

Since June, every month has been the world's hottest on record.

Beaches and dunes are under assault — and our cities are the culprits

Researchers call for further protection by designating natural reserves

Why sharks are still dying in record numbers despite global regulations meant to save them

Shark have outlived dinosaurs but they're now struggling due to overfishing.

The world added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022

Report finds renewables are expanding faster than ever, but challenges remain

World's largest bacterium is the size of a fly

It's so large you can see it with the naked eye.

The chicken whisperers? Humans can surprisingly decipher chicken emotions from their clucks

Even people with no prior experience with chickens could correctly identify what these feathered creatures felt.

New hydrogel system could help us clean micropollutants from water quickly and sustainably

While still in early stages, the researchers are working to make it commercially available

Is it cheaper to own an EV instead of a gas vehicle? It depends on where you live

Researchers look at costs of owning a vehicle in 14 cities in the United States

Tidy Welsh Mouse caught on tape cleaning man's shed every night

Mice are curious creatures, and we might have underestimated their curiosity.

As fast as a snail? Snail species showcase top gear escape moves

It defends itself from its natural enemies and can also accelerate its movement

This wacky-looking fish is the deepest-dwelling fish ever found

The fish come from the ocean's deepest trenches.

Scientists boost plant disease resistance by engineering their microbiome

It could eventually lead to lower use of pesticides in agriculture

For reindeer, ruminating is sort of like a deep sleep

This might help them to get enough sleep during their busy summer months

Iceland will tunnel into a volcano to tap into virtually unlimited geothermal power

Iceland's Krafla Magma Testbed project aims to transform renewable energy by tapping into a volcano's magma chamber.

Ants as Pharmacists: These ants treat infected wounds with antibiotics

It’s a highly effective therapy, significantly reducing mortality rates

Decarbonizing UK's industry would only make things 1% more expensive

Who said sustainability has to be expensive?

Intelligent or intimidating? Orcas' boat attacks spark debates among marine experts

Most experts believe the behavior to be a benign fad.

This capsule prevents overeating by vibrating inside the stomach

When scientists tested this VIBES capsule on animals, it decreased their food intake by 40 percent and slowed their weight gain process.

Fireworks on New Year's Eve send birds flying in chaos

Fireworks are even worse for birds than we thought.

It’s not all bad news. Here are seven climate breakthroughs from 2023

We now the situation is bleak, but there is still some good news to share

Scientists find smallest-ever fanged frog species in Southeast Asia

It weighs about the same as a dime

Scientists simulate the runaway greenhouse process that could make Earth uninhabitable

If we let greenhouse gases run amok, we will end up paying the price.

Geologists say plastic rocks are now a thing

Plastic is now a geological phenomenon.

British Museum will get $63 million from big oil

Campaigners call it “out of touch” and “completely indefensible”

Dog attacks on humans are increasing in some countries, but science says banning breeds doesn't work

It's nurture more than nature.

The surprising reason why alien hunters had a 20-minute 'conversation' with a humpback whale

This must be one of the most unique research we've seen in a long time.

Reindeer have a secret superpower that helps them find food the dark Arctic winter

No, it’s not Rudolph’s radiant red nose.

Decoding Earth’s climate history. Researchers reconstruct CO2 levels over 66 million years

Understanding shifts in atmospheric CO2 is crucial to gain insight from Earth's past.

Humans, not climate, drove large mammal populations to decline 50,000 years ago

Study looks into the DNA of almost 140 species of large mammals

All dogs are good, but just a few are geniuses. Here's what sets them apart

These "genius" dogs take fetch to a whole new level.

Major climate conference ends with a promise. But will the countries actually deliver?

COP28 climate summit ended with open questions for the future of the planet

Creating an image with AI uses as much energy as charging your smartphone

Researchers look at how much power AI tools need to do what seem like simple tasks

NASA just mapped all the planet's surface minerals in arid regions

The scale of this project is truly spectacular.

Free-ranging domestic cats are wreaking havoc on wild species

Domestic cats when allowed to roam outside kills hundreds of wild animals that are already at risk of extinction.

A UV food sanitizer promises to lower the burden of foodborne illnesses

A portable ultraviolet lamp can save us from the many diseases spread by two dangerous foodborne bacteria.

More grass, less asphalt. The best recipe for trees to provide ecosystem services

Study looks into how trees could provide the most benefits in our urban spaces.

These people figured out how to talk to birds. The birds now adapt to different dialects

It's a unique relationship that can teach us a lot about human-animal communication.

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