Is your dog’s water safe? What every pet owner should know
During those hot summer walks, it's natural to want to let your dog take a refreshing drink from a public water bowl.
However, while it...
Domestication is not the only reason for smaller brain size in dogs, shows study
A new study challenges the long-held belief that domestication is the main reason for smaller brain sizes in dogs compared to their wild relatives,...
Coyotes in the city: What you need to know
Atlanta, home to over 6 million people, a vibrant film and music scene, and now, a growing population of coyotes.
Thanks to new video footage...
Are you a mosquito magnet? Here’s what science says
Do you often feel like mosquitoes love biting you more than others?
You might be right.
According to Sonja Swiger, Ph.D., a mosquito expert and professor...
How to protect your pig from diamond skin disease
No one wants their pig to develop diamond skin disease, an infection that can cause pain and potentially lead to death if untreated.
Dr. Kevin...
Why are tropical birds so colorful? Scientists have found some answers
The birds you see in your backyard can be very different depending on where you live.
If you're far from the Equator, most birds might...
Brain complexity trumps size in mammals, says new study
A recent study led by the University of Bath, published in Nature Communications, reveals that mammals with more complex brains tend to have smaller...
Elephants: The unsung heroes sustaining millions of dung beetles in East Africa
Have you ever wondered how many dung beetles live in East Africa?
This question inspired a research project over 20 years ago when Frank Krell,...
Blue light: A new hope for treating dog ear infections
New research from the University of Nottingham and the University of Birmingham has discovered that blue light can kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria causing ear infections...
Male dragonfish grow larger eyes to find mates in the deep sea, scientists discover
In the dark depths of the ocean, where light is scarce and life is a constant search for survival, the male dragonfish has evolved...