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How do animals decide when to fight and when to walk, fly, slither, or swim away? Most research on animal conflict has ...
Because they rely on hosts for a majority of functions, viruses aren’t considered alive. But entities like this one complicate matters.
The only other animal that's known to purr during inhalation and exhalation is a distant cousin of cats called a genet (genus Genetta).
The only other animal that's known to purr during inhalation and exhalation is a distant cousin of cats called a genet (genus Genetta). "They are delightful little animals," Losos said.
The first mice to be created from two fathers, a phenomenon known as androgenesis, have now produced healthy offspring for the first time. Researchers implanted two sperm in an egg with its nucleus ...
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From lizards to insects and even some fish, the animal kingdom is packed with extraordinary beings who can pull off the ultimate solo act. So, whether you’re an animal lover or just a curious mind, ...
The shelter said it can only hold the iguana for a short time because it has very limited, species-appropriate housing.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources pulled oil-covered animals from Baltimore's harbor after a fuel spill.
“We are the only lab in New England that is authorized to test for avian influenza for the federal government. It’s based on a test provided to us by the USDA, and we are proficient in that test.
Welcome to ‘Animals That Reproduce Asexually’ Our expert-vetted content is grounded in current scientific publications, yet we acknowledge science’s ever-evolving nature. Read our full editorial and ...
NH's only venomous snake is the most endangered animal in the state. What to know about them ...