ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Can Birds Smell? Avian Olfaction Might Be as Important as It Is To Fish and Mammals

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 06.15.2023 08:02 AM

Challenging conventional wisdom, researchers studying bird DNA have revealed genetic evidence that many birds possess a highly developed sense of smell. Read the article to learn more.

Ancient Australian Cave Paintings Depict Indonesian Warships, Suggesting Past Conflicts and Contact

06.15.2023 07:40 AM

Researchers from Flinders University suggest that the cave paintings portray ships originating from the Maluku Islands, potentially warships, shedding light on pre-colonial interactions. Read the article to learn more details.

2 Male Black Mambas Engage in Vicious Brawl To Win a Female Mate; What Is Snake’s Combat Dance?

06.15.2023 07:21 AM

Two male black mambas were filmed in combat dance as they battle to win a female mate. Continue reading to know the full story.

5 Meerkats at Philadelphia Zoo Dead; Officials Suspect They Consume Toxic Substance From Animal Dye

06.15.2023 06:42 AM

Multiple meerkats were found dead in Philadelphia Zoo and officials suspected dye poisoning was the cause of death. Read to know the details.

Five Meerkats at Philadelphia Zoo Die in Suspected Poisoning Case

06.15.2023 03:21 AM

The five meerkat siblings were brought to the zoo in 2013 and had stayed there for roughly a decade. Read to learn more.

Are Crows Bad Luck? Bird's Bad Reputation Debunked

06.14.2023 12:00 PM

Crows have earned a bad reputation due to superstitions claiming they are a bad omen. Read the article to learn why it's not true.

Fossils of Side-Necked Turtle Discovered for the First Time in UK

06.14.2023 10:40 AM

An amateur fossil collector discovered the remains of a side-neck turtle in the United Kingdom. Continue reading to learn why the discovery is significant.

Fruit Flies Exposed to Other Fly Carcasses Dies Faster; Scientists Explain Why This Happen

06.14.2023 08:06 AM

Researchers discover that activation of specific brain cells happens when flies encounter dead flies, which leads to accelerated aging. Check it out in this article.

Microplastic Concentration Could Increase Beach Sand Temperatures, Threaten Sea Turtle Development, Study Reveals

06.14.2023 07:41 AM

The eggs of sea turtles are sensitive to temperature levels. Read to learn more. A new study discovered that extreme microplastic concentrations could increase beach sand temperatures.

Fossils of Ancient Dolphins Show Sharp Tusk-Like Front Teeth Used for Feeding, Hunting [STUDY]

06.14.2023 07:02 AM

A species of dolphins was observed with bizarre front teeth that were believed to have contributed to their survival. Read to learn more.

Sharks Geared With Improved Smart Sensors, Cameras For Better Monitoring

06.14.2023 02:31 AM

For over a decade, the Atlatnic White Shark Conservancy has tagged roughly 300 sharks with acoustic sensors. Now, they are linking more camera sensors onto these creatures. Read to learn more.

Ancient Human Presence in Southeast Asia Pushed Back to 86,000 Years with New Discovery in Laos Cave

06.14.2023 02:22 AM

Human shin bone fragment discovered in Laotian cave unveils Homo sapiens' arrival in Southeast Asia, dating back 86,000 years. Read the article to learn more details.

Prehistoric Human Ancestor 'Lucy' Could Have Stood Up Straight, Walked, Climbed Trees

06.14.2023 01:16 AM

While several researchers have been in consensus that Lucy was bipedal, a new study further supports this hypothesis. Read to learn more.

Lost World War II Submarine 'HMS Triumph' Finally Found in Aegean Sea After Searching For More Than Two Decades

06.14.2023 00:44 AM

Team members behind the discovery think that the wreckage should be treated with respect and sanctity as it is a maritime war grave. Read to learn more.

King Tutankhamun Not Disabled, Sickly But More Warrior-Like, Experts Say

06.13.2023 11:40 AM

The reports claiming King Tutankhamun was sickly and in poor health were myths, according to experts. Continue reading to learn more about the famous Egyptian pharaoh.

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