ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

30-Million-Year-Old Fossils Shed Light on How Whales, Dolphins’ Echolocation Evolves

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 11.24.2023 01:15 AM

Two species of dolphins from genus Xenorophus were not adept at producing and hearing high frequencies as living odontocetes. Continue reading to learn more.

Why Is Snow White? Understanding the Role of Snowflake Pattern in Reflection of Light

11.23.2023 16:32 PM

Liquid water and ice appear clear, but snow appears white. Find out why in this article. Most people recognize that water, in its pure form, is colorless.

Are Tomatoes Bad for Gout? Why There’s Confusion About This Fruit Among Patients With Inflammatory Arthritis?

11.23.2023 10:00 AM

Tomatoes may trigger or worsen gout, but this isn't true for everyone. Continue reading to learn more.

Skunks Evolved To Have Different Fur Patterns; Warning Stripes Less Prominent With Low Threat From Predation

11.23.2023 08:00 AM

Skunks can lose their iconic black and white stripes which depends on the threat of predation. Continue reading the article to find out more.

10 New Species of Trilobites Unearthed From Cambrian-Ordovician Rocks, Discovery Show Thailand-Australia Connection [Study]

11.23.2023 07:41 AM

Paleontologists discovered 10 new species of trilobites from the tuffs bearing Cambrian-Ordovician layers in a province in Thailand. Continue reading to learn more.

Satellite-Based AI Model Enhances Accuracy in Detecting Ocean Plastic Pollution for Targeted Cleanup Initiatives

11.23.2023 07:33 AM

Researchers created an advanced AI model that detects floating plastics as seen in satellite images, aiding targeted removal of ocean litter using ships. Read the article for more details.

Evidence of Repeated Mass Animal Sacrifices Link to Tartessian Culture Unearthed in Southwestern Spain

11.23.2023 05:50 AM

Researchers uncovered signs of animal sacrifice rituals at a mysterious site in southwestern Spain. Continue reading to know the full story.

Rare ‘Bog Elfin’ Butterfly Discovered in Vermont After 21 Years of Search; What Makes This Insect So Elusive?

11.23.2023 05:33 AM

A biologist spent almost two decades trying to track down a rare butterfly which has never been seen in Vermont. Learn more about it in this article.

Two Mini Mola Seen Swimming Off Pacific Coast of Canada in Rare Footage

11.22.2023 23:37 PM

The juvenile molas were estimated to stretch 24 inches in diameters, making them five times smaller than their adult counterparts. Read to learn more.

Over 1 Million Gallons of Oil Spill Into Gulf of Mexico, Potentially Threatening Endangered Turtles, Whales

11.22.2023 23:14 PM

The major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico happened following a nearby pipeline leak. Read to learn more.

Dolphin Spotted Cleverly Stealing Bait, Outsmarting Crab Traps in World's First Footage

11.22.2023 21:25 PM

In a world-first, a bottlenose dolphin was caught on camera cleverly stealing bait from a crab trap. Read to learn more.

When Did Humans Discover Fire? How Did the Blazing Flames Shape Our History?

11.22.2023 10:00 AM

Scientists suggest that fire was discovered around two million years ago and was in constant use by about 400,000 years ago. Learn more about it in this article.

Helmet Jellyfish ‘Highly Sensitive’ to Plumes of Sediment From Seabed Mining [Study]

11.22.2023 09:20 AM

Seabed mining is making helmet jellyfish stressed, according to a new study. Continue reading to learn more.

Are Dogs in Endless Pursuit of Their Tails? Unraveling the Whirlwind of Canine Behavior

11.22.2023 04:23 AM

Dogs captivatingly chasing their tails is a source of amusement not only for pet owners but other people as well. Check out this article to learn why dogs chase their tails.

Army Ants Build ‘Living’ Bridges Using Their Bodies, Demonstrate Collective Intelligence That Can Inspire Robotics

11.22.2023 03:18 AM

Army ants link their bodies to create bridges, a system that can inspire engineers in controlling robotic swarms. Find out more about it in this article.

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