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…
Zoology
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
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
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
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
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…
Cross-Species Signaling Pathway Discovery Unveils Parasite Immunity and Development Mysteries
The first inter-species signaling route between an arthropod parasite and host, where substances in the blood of a host animal drive the immunity and development…
Magnetic Field Disturbances may be a Factor in Migratory Bird Mishaps
Migrating birds rely on a variety of cues to navigate, including the Earth’s magnetic field. Studies have shown that disturbances in the magnetic field, such…
First Streamlined Non-Avian Theropod Dinosaur to Walk on Two Legs is Known from a Mongolian Fossil
The first known instance of a theropod dinosaur that is streamlined and can walk on two legs that is not an avian has been discovered…
Birds with Adventurous Personalities may be Better Able to Adapt to Climate Change
Red knots, hefty migratory birds, spend the winter in the Wadden Sea, but such places are under strain. Due to human factors including sea level…
An Whole New Method of Designing a Nervous System is Made Possible by the Octopus’ Special Characteristics
Octopuses are invertebrate animals with eight limbs that are more closely related to clams and snails than to humans. Even so, they are capable of…
The Rise of the Mountains and Ancient Climate Change Controlled the Evolution of Asia’s Mammals
In a recent study published in PNAS, researchers gathered information on more than 3,000 species to demonstrate how geology and climate changes in Asia over…
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