Scientists uncover the secrets of the Megalodon’s gigantic size
A new study has revealed fascinating details about the Megalodon, the massive prehistoric shark that lived between 15 to 3.6 million years ago.
Scientists from...
Are we misreading our dogs? New research says yes
Many dog owners believe they can easily understand their pets' emotions.
A wagging tail means happiness, a guilty look means regret, and a lowered head...
Scientists uncover genetic secrets behind Greenland shark’s 400-year lifespan
Scientists have uncovered new genetic clues behind the extraordinary lifespan of the Greenland shark, a species that can live for up to 400 years.
Researchers...
Madagascar lemur may hold the secret to slowing aging
A tiny primate from Madagascar, the fat-tailed dwarf lemur, has an amazing ability—it can slow down cellular aging while it hibernates.
Scientists from Duke University...
Do cats have ‘friends’, or do they always vie for territory? Animal experts weigh...
Domestic cats have been living alongside humans for an estimated 10,000 years, first as rodent control and then as the couch-warmers we know and...
Yellowstone bison now a single, thriving herd after 120 years of conservation
After more than a century of conservation efforts, researchers have discovered that the bison in Yellowstone National Park now form a single, large breeding...
Whales: The ocean’s giant gardeners
Did you know that whales help keep the ocean healthy by spreading nutrients far and wide?
These massive creatures don’t just swim across the seas—they...
Scientists discover mice can act like first responders to help unconscious peers
Humans are not the only ones who help others in need—mice may do it too!
A new study from the Keck School of Medicine at...
Pet-owners with secure relationships with their pets are less depressed
For many people, pets provide unconditional love, companionship and a sense of security. But not all human-pet relationships are beneficial, and some may contribute...
Whale poop: A surprising ocean fertilizer
Whales might have played a much bigger role in ocean life than we ever imagined.
Scientists have discovered that whale poop is rich in iron...