Oceanography
New study shows: Dolphins find each other through urine
A new study shows that dolphins make friends by recognizing each other's urine. Like how they whistle to know if it's their own kind or not.
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Animal world
Strange lizards can change sex in the womb
When in the womb, the female spotted ball lizard has the ability to change sex and be born with the male body due to heat.
Oceanography
What has helped fishes withstand tremendous water pressure up to thousands of tons in the deep sea?
Why are some creatures able to survive thousands of meters deep, where there is terrible water pressure and extremely harsh habitats?
Archeology
'Fainting' at the appearance of ancient Earth creatures, looking like alien monsters
The Cambrian explosion, which occurred about 542 million years ago, is one of the most 'impressive' events when it comes to the history of life on this planet. A few spe…
Animal world
'Super divine beast' appeared, causing a stir among Japanese netizens
Many golfers have flocked to take pictures and hope they will be lucky to meet the 'super beast'.
Archeology
Origin of 50,000-year-old giant eggs in Australia
Centuries ago, Earth was once inhabited by giant creatures, including the Demon Ducks of Doom. They are classified as flightless birds, 2 meters tall and 200 kg in weigh…
Animal world
Close-up of worms from Asia are giving the whole US a 'headache'
Recently, a harmful worm species native to Asia is spreading across the United States, causing a lot of trouble for the people of this country.
Animal world
Eyes wide at the genius camouflage ability of animals
Some animals camouflage themselves so well in their natural environment that it is almost impossible to see them.
Oceanography
How did sharks survive the extinction disaster?
Not only survived natural disasters, sharks also survived the Big Five, a series of five mass extinction events that wiped out animal and plant species over millions of…
Archeology
This fish-like creature could be an ancient human ancestor
A mysterious extinct creature that once baffled scientists has finally found its place in the tree of life.
Animal world
New genetically pure species of giant salamander discovered in China
A wild and genetically pure salamander belonging to the group of Chinese giant salamanders has been discovered in Jing'an county, Jiangxi province.
Animal world
Why do Africans eat this extremely poisonous giant frog?
Giant frogs are considered a delicacy in Namibia, but eating them puts diners at risk of kidney failure and burning in the urethra.
Animal world
Find the substance that neutralizes the viper's venom in the fruit
The new discovery will help reduce the risk of death and serious injury from the bites of one of South America's deadliest venomous snakes.
Animal world
The pet turtle went missing, 30 years later, the family was shocked to find it alive in an unexpected place
Family members are stunned to learn that their pet turtle is still alive after 30 years.
Animal world
Why do octopuses eat eggs and gnaw their hands?
Many animals die soon after spawning, while the mother octopus eats her eggs when she is about to hatch, then bites herself, eats her arm… Why is that?