Leprosy May Have Spread Between Humans and Squirrels in Medieval England, Genome Analysis Shows

Medicine & Technology May 08, 2024

Genetic analysis shows strains of leprosy in Medieval squirrels and humans, supporting the theory on the role of fur trade in spreading the infectious disease. Learn more about it in this article.

California Squirrels Sploot in Bay Area To Cool Off In The Heat

Sep 11, 2022

There have been several reports of splooting squirrels around the San Francisco Bay region. Read on to know what to do if you see one.

Squirrels Discovered ‘Splooting’ to Stay Cool; Is This Something to Be Worried About?

Aug 15, 2022

Squirrels in New York are discovered doing a surprising gesture–they are spooling to stay cool. What has climate got to do with it? Read to find out.

Hibernating Squirrels Can Teach Astronauts Metabolic Treat to Prevent Muscle Loss

Jan 28, 2022

Arctic ground squirrels have a unique metabolic trick that they can remain slumber for months without showing signs of muscle loss and can live even with only breathing once per minute, which can teach astronauts a thing or two.

Why Do Squirrels Collect Nuts? Man Discovered His Pickup Truck Became a Storehouse After Finding 150Kg Walnuts

Oct 06, 2021

Squirrels collect and store nuts for the winter season. However, scientists still do not fully understand this unique behavior, which raises more questions for squirrel enthusiasts.