Animals & Plants

Scientists develop a stress-reducing method for cat nail trimming

Nail trimming is a common yet challenging task for cat owners and caregivers. Recognizing this, researchers from the University of California, Davis, in collaboration with...

How whales and dolphins developed echolocation

In a fascinating development, a recent study published in the journal Diversity has shed new light on how whales and dolphins, some of the...

Ancient insect in amber unlocks secrets of prehistoric sound battles

A tiny insect trapped in amber for 44 million years is helping scientists uncover the ancient sound wars between predators and prey. In a groundbreaking...

This bizarre, egg-laying mammal was rediscovered after 60 years

In a thrilling development in the world of wildlife conservation, scientists have recently rediscovered Attenborough's long-beaked echidna, an iconic, egg-laying mammal, in the Cyclops...

How animals get their stripes and spots

Nature has no shortage of patterns, from spots on leopards to stripes on zebras and hexagons on boxfish. But a full explanation for how...

Why big ocean fish dive into the ocean’s twilight zone

You might have seen a shark leap from the water and splash back down, but that's just a tiny part of their life. What we...

Scientists uncover fishy fountain of youth, defying old beliefs

Have you ever imagined fish getting a second youth after having babies? Well, a fascinating study has turned what we thought about fish growing old...

Scientists discover ancient fish living over 100 years in Arizona desert

In the hot, dry Arizona desert, scientists have stumbled upon a surprising discovery: a group of fish that can live for over 100 years! This...

Scientists discover rats can imagine just like people do!

Have you ever wondered if animals can daydream or imagine things the way we do? Well, scientists have some exciting news – it turns out...

Golden Retriever study reveals link between dog spaying/neutering and cancer risk

If you're a dog lover, especially of Golden Retrievers, you might find this piece of news quite important. A recent scientific study is pointing to...