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…
How a Simple Question on a Dating App Sparked a Love Story for Two Dogs
It’s a love story for the ages. This time last year, Ali Renteria and her dog, Lincoln, were a perfectly happy pair, enjoying life together. But a lot has changed…
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…
Woman Discovers Abandoned Bird’s Nest With a Surprising New Residen
Frogs have a knack for finding the most unusual resting spots. From perching in trees to hiding under rocks or lounging in ponds, their choice of shelter can be surprisingly…
Boaters Stunned as Swimmer Emerges Unexpectedly
He looks so much happier now. When Chani Yeza and a few friends decided to take a boat ride through a delta near their home in Argentina, they never imagined…
Record-Breaking Dinosaur Skeleton on Display in New York City
The Apex Stegosaurus, the most expensive dinosaur fossil ever sold at auction, is now on public display at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City. Unveiled…
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…