Palaeontologists have Discovered Two New Sabertooth Cat Species
Palaeontologists’ discovery of two new species of sabertooth cats can provide vital insights into the diversity and evolution of these intriguing beasts. Smilodon, or sabertooth…
Zoology
Researchers Locate Longhorn Ticks for the First Time in Boone County
Invasive longhorned ticks were just recently found in Boone County, Missouri, by researchers at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. The discovery of…
When Hunting in Deep Waters, Hammerhead Sharks Hold their Breath to Stay Warm
While deep diving into chilly water to hunt prey like deep sea squids, scalloped hammerhead sharks hold their breath to keep their bodies warm. This…
According to a Study, Newer Dog Breeds have Bigger Brains than Older Kinds
According to the findings of Hungarian and Swedish experts, modern dog breeds that are genetically more distant from wolves have a considerably greater brain size…
Researchers Find the Largest ‘Raptor’ Dinosaurs Lived Millions of Years Before We Previously Thought
Utahraptor is one of the largest raptors discovered so far. It lived during the Early Cretaceous period, approximately 126 million years ago. Utahraptor is going…
There are More Bird and Bat Mortality Near Wind Farms when Certain Species are Migrating Seasonally
According to a study by John D. Lloyd from the Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute of Washington DC, U.S., and colleagues published on May 10, 2023…
Biologists have Discovered Bees to be the Insect World’s Brew Masters
While bees do convert nectar into honey through enzymatic activity and water evaporation, the process is not similar to the brewing of alcoholic beverages such…
Nature Favors both Large and Small Creatures
In nature, organisms use a variety of ecological niches and strategies to survive and reproduce. While it is true that some organisms benefit from being…
Weevils, or Long-nosed Beetles, are Unsung Pollination Heroes
Weevils, also known as long-nosed beetles, play an important role in ecosystems and can help with pollination in some cases. While they may not receive…
The Causes of Insect Population Decline
Insect declines are exacerbated by the destruction and degradation of natural habitats such as forests, wetlands, and grasslands. The availability of suitable habitats for insects…
In Dead Wood, Beetles and their Biodiversity
Wood-boring beetles, in particular, play an important role in the decomposition of dead wood and contribute to the overall biodiversity of forest ecosystems. Deadwood provides…
Climate Change may Affect the Southern Ocean Ecology and Disrupt the Life Cycle of the “Sea Butterfly”
One-fourth of all carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are absorbed by the oceans. As a result of CO2 and saltwater reaction during absorption, ocean pH levels…
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