Animals & Plants

“Death roll” of crocodiles are more common than previously believed

In a new study, researchers found that the "death roll" of alligators are more common among species than previously thought. The research was co-authored by...
World’s oldest fish shows how ancient skull evolved

World’s oldest fish shows how ancient skull evolved

In a new study, researchers found new information about how ancient skull and brain evolved. They studied one of the world's oldest types of fish,...

Cats can distinguish their names from other words

In a new study, researchers found that pets cats can recognize their own names. This is the first study showing cats' ability to understand human...
Why spiders in the deep sea are so big

Why spiders in the deep sea are so big

In a new study about giant Antarctic sea spider, researchers have found why marine animals living in the polar oceans and the deep sea...
Showiest male primates may have smallest testicles

Showiest male primates may have smallest testicles

In a new study, scientists found that male primates who are equipped with all the bells and whistles to attract a female mate may...
Dogs could smell cancer in blood

Dogs could smell cancer in blood

In a new study, researchers found that dogs can accurately sniff out cancer in blood samples. This finding may help develop new methods for effective...
Cute dog

Why we like dogs and cats

We often use the word “cute” to describe a baby. In fact, baby faces can rapidly and unconsciously capture our attention and make us...
Rabbits love to eat plants high in DNA

Rabbits love to eat plants high in DNA

In a new study, researchers found that rabbits like to eat plants with lots of DNA. On the contrary, snails and insects prefer to eat...
Scientists may discover a new species of killer whale

Scientists may find a new species of killer whale

In a new study, an international team discovers a new species of killer whale called Type D in southern Chile. The whales were only previously...
Scientists discover why humans and animals all need to sleep

Scientists discover why humans and animals all need to sleep

In a new study, researchers found sleep could help clear out DNA damage accumulated during waking hours. Maybe that is why humans and animals spend...