Tiny Saunas May Hold the Key to Saving Frogs from Deadly Fungus
Frog Saunas: A Hot New Hope in the Fight Against Chytrid Fungus Frogs around the world are facing a devastating crisis, with over 500 species impacted by the chytrid fungus,…
How the Unique Shape of a Fox Skull Masters Snowy Terrain
Foxes’ Snow-Diving Skills Get Scientific Spotlight Winter may be a time for cozy fires and hot drinks, but for Cornell University scientists, it’s also an opportunity to explore how foxes…
3D Printing Helps Sea Turtle Overcome ‘Bubble Butt’ Syndrome
3D Printing Gives Sea Turtles a Fighting Chance Against “Bubble Butt Syndrome” Sea turtles can often survive boat propeller strikes, but the resulting trauma frequently alters their shells, leading to…
Canines Join Forces with AI to Detect Cancer
Meet Mars, Moon, and Pluto—the exceptional Labrador retrievers whose cancer-sniffing abilities are, quite literally, out of this world. These talented dogs, paired with artificial intelligence, have paved the way for…
Giant Tarantula: A Fearsome Beast with ‘Feather Duster’ Legs
Name: Hairy Giant Tarantula (Trichopelma grande)Habitat: Western CubaDiet: Insects, lizards, frogs, and small reptiles Why It’s Amazing: For those who aren’t afraid of arachnids, the discovery of the Trichopelma grande…
Volunteer Uncovers Dozens of Babies Hidden in Cardboard Boxes Left on the Street
A Shocking Discovery It was a hot day in early December when a volunteer arrived to open the gates of Sgt. Pepper’s Friends in Aruba. Outside the fence, they encountered…
Pink Puppy Mistaken for a Baby Every Time He Goes Outside
Then, he started growing peach fuzz A Special Rescue Last August, when Cleft Pup Brigade posted a photo of Harold, a 4-month-old French bulldog, foster mom Andrea felt compelled to…
Family Hears Doorbell at 2:30 A.M. and Receives a Life-Changing Surprise
They thought they might never see her again. A Devastating Start to the Holiday Season Earlier this month, during what was supposed to be the most joyful time of the…
Man with a Big Heart Rescues Stray Dogs
“They’re everything to me” 💕 A Home for the Heart They say home is where the heart is, and for Rubén, who goes by Noé, that statement rings especially true.…
How do monkeys recognize snakes so fast?
Dr. Nobuyuki Kawai from Nagoya University in Japan has discovered that monkeys are able to rapidly detect snakes due to the distinctive visual cue of snake scales. His research reveals…