Peruvian Surf Pup Efruz Riding Waves with a Wag
In the sun-drenched shores of Lima, Peru, a vibrant scene unfolds as little Efruz, sporting his signature yellow vest, fearlessly balances on the front of a surfboard. With waves crashing…
136 Baby Galápagos Tortoises Make History with Wild Return!
In a remarkable feat, the Galapagos Conservancy orchestrated the aerial relocation of 136 juvenile Galápagos tortoises, aged 5 to 9 years, to Isabela Island—their exclusive natural habitat on Earth. Born…
The Majestic Unveiling of T. rex’s Prodigal Cousin
In a groundbreaking discovery, paleontologist Sebastian Dalman and team introduce us to Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, a formidable carnivore that may be the closest known relative to the iconic Tyrannosaurus rex. Described…
Surviving on Microsleeps: The Fascinating World of Chinstrap Penguins and Their 10,000 Naps a Day
Antarctic Avian Slumber: Discovering the Surprising 11-Hour Siestas of Birds in Antarctica Adopting an unconventional sleep pattern marked by four-second naps throughout the night might sound like a torturous ordeal…
Guardians of the Axolotl: Scientific Preservation Efforts
Scientists worry about the axolotl, a unique Mexican salamander, and seek help. A new program allows people to “adopt” an axolotl, raising funds to save the endangered species. The axolotl,…
Do lemmings actually jump off of cliffs?
Do these tundra-inhabiting rodents actually jump to their deaths as depicted in a 1958 wildlife documentary? In 1958, Disney released a wildlife documentary called “White Wilderness.” One scene depicts a…
Why do dogs chase their tails?
Why are dogs, especially puppies, in endless pursuit of their tails? Around and around they go — dogs are often seen spinning in endless pursuit of their own rears. But…
Idai vs. Impalas: New study shows in real-time what helps mammals survive a natural disaster
Princeton researchers and colleagues from around the world documented the effects using trail cameras and animal-tracking devices that had been in use before the storm. Thanks to the extensive network…
How the climate crisis is affecting breeding birds
Researchers find protected areas are essential in helping slow decline of northerly species How is the climate crisis affecting communities of breeding birds? A recent study, by researchers at the…
More than half of UK and Ireland seabirds in decline, census finds
Species populations falling, with some decreasing due to loss of habitat and less food availability More than half the seabird species breeding on British and Irish coasts have declined over…