Zoology

The Beginnings of the Current Biodiversity Gradient were Revealed by Thorough Fossil Research 15 Million Years Ago

The Beginnings of the Current Biodiversity Gradient were Revealed by Thorough Fossil Research 15 Million Years Ago

In order to explain why the diversity of species is highest at the equator and slowly declines toward the poles, scientists have used roughly half…
Genetic Data Indicates that the European Large Cat Population is on the Verge of Extinction

Genetic Data Indicates that the European Large Cat Population is on the Verge of Extinction

Scientists fear that the Eurasian lynx will disappear from France if something isn’t done soon. By the end of the decade, this elusive wild cat,…
Red Blood Cells are Packed into the Mirror-Coated Liver of Glassfrogs to Achieve Transparency

Red Blood Cells are Packed into the Mirror-Coated Liver of Glassfrogs to Achieve Transparency

Glassfrogs are a type of amphibian that are known for their distinctive appearance, characterized by their transparent or translucent skin on their bellies. They belong…
Songbirds’ Beak Color is Affected by Noise from Urban Environments

Songbirds’ Beak Color is Affected by Noise from Urban Environments

An increasing number of people are worried that anthropogenic noise has negative consequences on wildlife in urban settings. There are many different frequencies, sound kinds,…
Researchers have Discovered 92 Fossil Nests Belonging to Some of India’s Largest Dinosaurs

Researchers have Discovered 92 Fossil Nests Belonging to Some of India’s Largest Dinosaurs

According to a study by Harsha Dhiman of the University of Delhi, New Delhi, and colleagues published January 18, 2022 in the open-access journal PLOS…
The Fish Sensory Organ is the Key to Improving Underwater Robot Navigational Skills

The Fish Sensory Organ is the Key to Improving Underwater Robot Navigational Skills

Fish have specialized sensory organs, such as the lateral line and the electrosensory system, which enable them to navigate effectively in their underwater environment. By…
After the Infamous Dodo Bird Became Extinct Centuries Ago, Researchers are Working to Bring it Back

After the Infamous Dodo Bird Became Extinct Centuries Ago, Researchers are Working to Bring it Back

It’s currently not possible to bring back the dodo in the exact form it once was, as the species went extinct in the 17th century…
Why Puffer Fish Respawn on Beaches at Night is Due to a Pheromone

Why Puffer Fish Respawn on Beaches at Night is Due to a Pheromone

There is no scientific evidence of a pheromone that explains pufferfish spawning on beaches under moonlight. However, some species of pufferfish do lay their eggs…
Tiny Fish May Be the Key to Making Significant Progress against Global Malnutrition

Tiny Fish May Be the Key to Making Significant Progress against Global Malnutrition

Small fish, often called “micro-livestock,” can be a key ingredient in fighting global malnutrition. They are a source of high-quality protein, essential vitamins, and minerals,…
Fish can Quickly Control the Water in their Cells Thanks to a Quick-Closing Valve

Fish can Quickly Control the Water in their Cells Thanks to a Quick-Closing Valve

All living creatures need to maintain a proper fluid balance within their cells. Cells can employ their aquaporins, also known as water channels that open…
Retroviruses in Madagascar Mouse Lemurs Are Diverse and Surprisingly Similar to Those in Polar Bears or Domestic Sheep

Retroviruses in Madagascar Mouse Lemurs Are Diverse and Surprisingly Similar to Those in Polar Bears or Domestic Sheep

A huge variety of indigenous species, including several lemur species, especially the mouse lemurs, make up Madagascar’s distinctive biodiversity. This diversity is also found in…
The Number of Parasitic Mite Bites may Contribute to the Spread of the Virus that Causes Deformed Wings in Honey Bees

The Number of Parasitic Mite Bites may Contribute to the Spread of the Virus that Causes Deformed Wings in Honey Bees

Deformed Wing Virus (DWV) is a common virus in honey bees that affects their wings and reduces their lifespan. The transmission of DWV in honey…
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