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Biology
Fire-resistant transparent bamboo can be a 'rival' of glass
With its fast growth rate and high output, bamboo can be processed into transparency and become an effective building material to replace glass.
Biology
How did German cockroaches invade the world?
New research traces the evolution of German cockroaches throughout human history from the Islamic empires to present-day Europe.
Biology
What should you do when attacked by bees?
Identify unusual bee behaviors early and handle them properly. Here are some things to remember to help you avoid a bee attack.
Biology
African blackwood, one of the most expensive woods in the world
Wood is an important part of our society. We use it for fuel, furniture, perfume, musical instruments and other purposes.
Animal world
With a bear face, fox mouth, webbed feet and cat-like teeth, is the Bush dog really a type of dog?
Bush dog, Serval dog, bush dog or maned dog is an animal that lives in Central and South America.
Animal world
Which animal will last on Earth?
Researchers predict tardigrades will be the last creatures left on Earth when nuclear war or a cosmic event like a nova destroys the planet.
Animal world
Female or male cats live longer?
According to the latest research, the average expected remaining lifespan of cats after the first year of life is 11.7 years.
Animal world
Discover the secrets of the wildebeest in the African grasslands!
In the vast African grasslands, there is a special group of creatures called the wildebeest.
Animal world
Snakes are very aggressive but not poisonous and are useful for agriculture
A species of snake widely distributed in Vietnam, possessing an aggressive nature even though it is not venomous. This snake is very good at catching mice, so it is cons…
Animal world
China discovered a new species of extremely rare fish that lives in underground rivers in caves
Chinese scientists have just discovered a new species of blind fish that lives in an underground river in a cave in Guizhou province, southwest of the country.
Animal world
Close-up of a rare bird appearing for the first time in the Central region
The rare black quail bird, commonly seen in the South, appears for the first time in the Central region.
Animal world
Thailand's fattest monkey passed away
Famous for his chubby body, Godzilla passed away on May 6 from obesity-related diseases. The monkey's owner disputes allegations of intentionally harming the animal.
Animal world
Found a new species of snake with blade-shaped fangs, climbing steep cliffs in Thailand
A new species of previously unknown snake has just been discovered in a cave in Thailand.