science
Study the science of animals to get a deeper understanding of your pet's brain, body and behavior.
"Hairy frogfish" employ lures to find food while walking on the seafloor.
The hairy frogfish is not so much a hunter as it is a tuft of floating seaweed. However, an anglerfish that can breathe in prey more quickly than most cameras can blink is located beneath the mop of filaments.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
Scientists believe they now understand why bats do not develop cancer.
German shepherds shouldn't be outlived by tiny creatures weighing less than one ounce, but many bats do. In the wild, some even live for almost 35 years, which is equivalent to 180 human years and is accompanied by an incredible lack of tumours.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
Meet the 'prince of dragons' who established the dynasty of Tyrannosaurus.
Humans have always been fascinated by dinosaurs. These animals, which ranged from swift-footed hunters to towering giants, dominated the prehistoric planet for millions of years. Every fossil discovery adds to our knowledge.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
Cat Says Meow
When a cat says "meow," it's not just a cute sound—it’s a message, a language spoken by one of the most mysterious and beloved animals in the world. Whether you are a new cat owner or a lifelong feline friend, understanding why your cat meows can strengthen your bond and make your relationship with your furry companion even more special.
By aadam khan7 months ago in Petlife
Researchers discover evidence that birds coexisted with dinosaurs in the Arctic.
With millions of birds congregating to nest and raise their young under the midnight sun, springtime in the Arctic is a breathtaking display of life. Surprisingly, the origins of this yearly custom date back 73 million years, which is far longer than previously thought.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
A 34-million-year-old snake discovered by scientists alters our perception of evolution.
Sorting through a mess of tiny backbones is typically required to find a fossilised snake. One vertebra here, a piece of ribs there, and a lot of speculation regarding the animal's other parts. Palaeontologists are therefore excited by an almost complete snake skeleton.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
Growing sea urchin populations are too much for coral reefs to withstand.
The majority of the spiny sea urchins have entered Hawaiian coral reefs and have set up these essential underwater ecosystems with a serious risk. Recent research has shown that coral reefs can erode faster due to increased marine organism imbalances than the reconstruction of the coral reef.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
Scientists believe that dolphins use whistles to communicate in a specialised language.
Something unusual unfolds in the sun-covered flat areas of Sarasota Bay. For more than 50 years, researchers have observed and documented local communities with bottlenecks. Her goal was to better understand these intelligent marine mammals. But now, a group of scientists may have moved quite a bit -- to understand how dolphins can talk to each other.
By Francis Dami8 months ago in Petlife
Longer-migrating songbirds are more genetically diverse.
Each winter, birds that make the long, dangerous trek from the northern boreal woods to tropical locations benefit from more than just a warm haven. A hidden benefit of these songbirds might be their increased genetic diversity.
By Francis Dami8 months ago in Petlife
