Animals & Plants

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.

An uptick in ticks: Don’t let ticks make you sick

Bites from infected ticks are responsible for about a half-million new illnesses each year in the U.S. And those numbers are rising.

Brown recluse spider: Fact vs. fiction and tips for prevention

Any spider can disturb a quiet night or a daytime chore around the house. But the words "brown recluse spider" can elicit an even higher...

House cats play a role in the spread of COVID-19

A recent study has shown that cats can catch COVID-19 virus and spread it to other cats and even their surroundings.