Scientists discover rare ‘fairy lantern’ plant in Malaysia – and it’s already at risk
Scientists have discovered a rare and beautiful new plant species hidden in the forests of eastern Peninsular Malaysia.
Named Thismia aliasii, this mysterious plant belongs...
Ants in your house? Here’s how they get everywhere—even high up in tall buildings
Ants are among nature's greatest success stories, with an estimated 22,000 species worldwide.
Tropical Australia in particular is a global hotspot for ant diversity. Some...
Why the Velvet Ant’s sting is one of the most painful in nature
The Scarlet Velvet Ant, which is actually a type of wasp, has a sting so painful that it feels like hot oil spilling over...
Scientists uncover the secrets of the Megalodon’s gigantic size
A new study has revealed fascinating details about the Megalodon, the massive prehistoric shark that lived between 15 to 3.6 million years ago.
Scientists from...
Are we misreading our dogs? New research says yes
Many dog owners believe they can easily understand their pets' emotions.
A wagging tail means happiness, a guilty look means regret, and a lowered head...
Scientists uncover genetic secrets behind Greenland shark’s 400-year lifespan
Scientists have uncovered new genetic clues behind the extraordinary lifespan of the Greenland shark, a species that can live for up to 400 years.
Researchers...
Madagascar lemur may hold the secret to slowing aging
A tiny primate from Madagascar, the fat-tailed dwarf lemur, has an amazing ability—it can slow down cellular aging while it hibernates.
Scientists from Duke University...
Do cats have ‘friends’, or do they always vie for territory? Animal experts weigh...
Domestic cats have been living alongside humans for an estimated 10,000 years, first as rodent control and then as the couch-warmers we know and...
Yellowstone bison now a single, thriving herd after 120 years of conservation
After more than a century of conservation efforts, researchers have discovered that the bison in Yellowstone National Park now form a single, large breeding...
Whales: The ocean’s giant gardeners
Did you know that whales help keep the ocean healthy by spreading nutrients far and wide?
These massive creatures don’t just swim across the seas—they...