Inside Leatherback Turtle Mouth: What Is the Use of Its Backward-Pointing Teeth?

Medicine & Technology Aug 12, 2023

With hundreds of huge spikes and a small leathery tongue, a leatherback turtle’s mouth has clever adaptation to trap its prey. Continue reading the article to find out more.

'Abnormal Shrimp' From Cambrian Era Terrorized the Seas, Piercing Its Prey With Its Spiky Facial Appendages

Jul 11, 2023

Scientists uncover dietary secrets of the shrimp-like Anomalocaris canadensis, revealing the prey of the ancient apex predator. Read the article to learn more.

160 Million Years Old Ankylosaur Grow Spikes From Its Ribs, Oldest-Known Dinosaur Features Body Armor

Sep 26, 2021

A group of paleontologists announced this week the finding of the oldest-known ankylosaur, a dinosaur species that's popular for its clubbed tail and armor plating.

Physics Sidewinder Snakes' Skin Explain How They Navigate Sandy Surfaces

Feb 02, 2021

Scientists looked at the skin-deep sidewinder snakes to understand how these snakes could navigate sandy surfaces, like the deserts in Africa, the Middle East, and North America.

Science Behind Spikes, Needles, and Other Pointy Things: Strength, Elasticity Identified As Important Factors in a New Study

Jun 16, 2020

Scientists explain the principles behind animal and plant stings, points, and needles in a new study. They claim that their findings could help in the design of future tools for medicine and construction.