How could mushrooms live for hundreds of years without getting cancer
When it comes to cancer, you'd think animals like elephants that live long and have many cell divisions would have a higher risk than...
Why there are no kangaroos in Bali and no tigers in Australia
Have you ever wondered why certain animals can only be found in specific regions?
The Wallace Line is a fascinating invisible boundary that separates the...
How dog breeds differ in pain sensitivity and how it can fool even vets
Do you ever wonder how sensitive your dog is to pain?
Turns out, a dog's breed can make a difference, but the perceived pain sensitivity...
The super sniffer: How your cat’s nose outsmells all others
Have you ever wondered how your cat can sniff out a tin of tuna from the other side of the house?
Or how it always...
Your backyard hummingbirds drink alcohol too, shows study
Did you know that your backyard hummingbird feeder is more than just a source of sweet nectar for these tiny birds?
It turns out that...
Scientists discover a new species of early toothed whale–dolphins’ ancient ancestors
Have you ever wondered about dolphins' ancient ancestors and how they might have looked?
We now have an answer, thanks to a newly discovered early...
Scientists reveal the survival secrets of the deepest sea life: Hadal Snailfish
Researchers have just published a new report all about the extraordinary adaptations of one of the world's most extreme creatures, the hadal snailfish.
Hotter days and pollution linked to increased dog bites, study finds
A recent study published in Scientific Reports suggests that dog bites may occur more frequently on hotter and more polluted days.
When it comes to bumblebees, does size matter
Certain crops, like greenhouse tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, and blueberries, rely on bumblebees for a style of pollination that only bumblebees can perform.
Plants possess a surprising sense of touch, according to a new study
Plants can sense when they are being touched and when the touch is released, despite not having nerves like animals.