Fruit flies’ courtship song may hold key to controlling mosquitoes
How fruit flies mate may hold a key to limiting the spread of diseases by mosquitoes. In a new study, University of Iowa researchers found a gene that orchestrates the…
Empty headed? Largest study of its kind proves ‘bird brain’ is a misnomer
It’s difficult to know what birds ‘think’ when they fly, but scientists in Australia and Canada are getting some remarkable new insights by looking inside birds’ heads. Evolutionary biologists at…
Rare pterosaur fossil reveals crocodilian bite 76m years ago
The fossilised neck bone of a flying reptile unearthed in Canada shows tell-tale signs of being bitten by a crocodile-like creature 76 million years ago, according to a new study…
What Seemed Like a Broken ‘Plunger’ on the Beach Is Actually Alive and Carrying Eggs
If you were strolling along the beach and noticed strange gray objects at your feet, you might wonder if they were rubber gaskets or even toilet plungers. While these objects…
The Adorable Baby Bird Behind the ‘Cotton Ball’ Look with the Cutest Nickname
In the forests of Australia, tree hollows are home to some of the country’s most elusive and charming baby birds. Spotting a tiny, fluffy owlet-nightjar chick with its unique hairstyle…
After Being Returned to the Shelter Five Times, Puppy Pleads with Visitors to Find Him a Forever Home
“It’s not his fault!” When Jodi, a tiny Chihuahua mix puppy, first arrived at the Valley Animal Center (VAC), the staff was optimistic he would soon find his forever home.…
She Couldn’t Understand Why Her Dog Was Barking at the Curtain Rod—Until She Discovered the Truth
The furry baby was hiding 💔 Last month in Melbourne, Australia, a resident named Ayesha noticed her dog barking and looking up at her window. When she followed her dog’s…
Motorcyclist Performs Kind Act for Bird Who Made a Nest on Her Bike
“I’m doing what I can to help.” Last week, Brazilian author Aline Magnani was feeling under the weather, so she opted to work from home instead of riding her motorcycle…
Zosia Mamet Enjoys a Cozy Moment on a Charming Dream Date
Zosia Mamet’s Heartwarming Date with Champ: A Dog Looking for His Forever Home When actress Zosia Mamet first met Champ, her Dodo Dream Date, she was thrilled to spend some…
Child Spots Unusual Shadow and Discovers ‘Micro’ Animal in Need of Rescue
Tiny Bat Rescued from Rain Gauge Gets a New Lease on Life When Australian animal advocate Tracey Bagger received a call from Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary about a tiny animal trapped…