Larvae of the Kenyan lesser mealworm found to feast on polystyrene then break it down in their guts. Scientists may have found an unexpected ally in the battle against plastic…
The idea ostriches bury their heads when they feel threatened is thought have come from Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder around 2,000 years ago. But is it true? For centuries,…
This critically endangered animal, known for its long, thin snout with a bulbous growth at the end, split off from other crocodilian species 40 million years ago. Name: Gharial (Gavialis…
The compassionate move comes after modern research into animal welfare has shown that elephants do not cope well in captivity, with zoo enclosures unable to meet the complex needs of…
“It felt almost magical.” One evening, as Nipuna Wanigasinghe was driving home from work near his residence outside of Melbourne, Australia, something peculiar caught his eye. It was unlike anything…
“ in our spare room making biscuits …” 🥺 Last month, Emily Stepp had an unexpected visitor when a fluffy cat darted into her home through the open door. As…
While tending to their garden in Wales earlier this week, Nathan Brady and his daughter spotted a spiky little visitor making its way through their yard. To their delight, it…
In 2021, fossilized bones discovered in western Queensland, Australia, have unveiled a new species of flying dinosaur—a formidable predator that thrived approximately 100 million years ago, boasting an impressive 15-foot…
An animal park is excited to announce a special weekend event offering free entry to local residents. Bridlington Birds of Prey & Animal Park will waive admission fees this Saturday…
The population of the corncrake, one of Scotland’s rarest birds, has shown a “promising” increase on the Isle of Canna, according to the National Trust for Scotland (NTS). A recent…