Do crabs feel pain?
Crabs are often cooked alive under the assumption that they cannot feel pain, given the lack of specific brain structures associated with pain processing. But is this belief accurate? Research…
A Beary Joyful Christmas for These Lucky Rescues!
The festive season brought joy and freedom to Animals Asia’s Vietnam sanctuaries, where over 200 rescued bears celebrated the year’s end with a heartwarming and jubilant party. With curious snouts…
Festive Vibes: Australia Zoo’s Residents Celebrate the Holiday Spirit
Australia Zoo’s lovable animals are eagerly gearing up to celebrate Christmas with festive treats and special activities, while the much-anticipated reopening of the iconic Crocoseum adds an extra sparkle to…
Immediate Measures Required to Safeguard the Parma Wallaby
Creating More Fox-Free Sanctuaries Crucial for Parma Wallaby Survival, Experts Say Experts from The Australian National University (ANU) are calling for the establishment of additional fox-free safe havens and increased…
Rats Trained to Detect and Combat Wildlife Trafficking
Rats Trained to Detect Smuggled Wildlife Products in Tanzania In Tanzania, scientists are training rats to help detect illegal wildlife products being smuggled out of the country. These trained rats…
Elusive ‘Vampire Hedgehog’ Rediscovered in the Wild After 80 Years
Vampire Hedgehog Among 234 Newly Discovered Species in Greater Mekong On December 16, 2024, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) released a comprehensive 74-page report highlighting 234 new species discoveries in…
Sheep Earwax: A Surprising Record of Risky Diet Choices
A quick swab may tell ranchers if their livestock are eating a sinister salad on the range Sheep Earwax Offers Clues to Deadly Diet Choices A simple earwax swab can…
Thirsty Plants’ Silent Cries May Deter Moths from Laying Eggs
For female moths, finding the perfect plant to host their young may be as straightforward as listening closely. When plants are low on water, they emit high-pitched clicking sounds inaudible…
Rescued Pigeon Sends 161 Texts to Her ‘Parents’ in a Single Day
“The keyboard is Lupa’s favorite toy …” While most pigeons communicate with coos and chirps, Lupa, a 1-year-old rescued pigeon, prefers to use her tiny claws to send messages instead.…
Man and His Cherished Cat Recreate Childhood Photo Two Decades Later
For Roman Smith, his cat Gandalf — or “Gannie” as he affectionately called him — was the center of his world. And for Gandalf, his world revolved around Smith. Gannie…