Animals

December 19, 2024

This Fluffy and Round “One-Eyed“ Creature Is Real But It’s Not What You Think It Is

Could aliens be among us already? Do monsters actually live in under our beds? Are Pokémon real? If not, what is this round, one-eyed creature that has taken the Internet by storm? It’s all at once spooky and adorable, making it seem like the tricky work of AI—but it’s not! Upon closer inspection, you'll realize that this isn't a creature from outer space or some crafty Photoshop. Can you guess what it is?

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December 7, 2024

Unusual Sea Creature Puzzles Marine Scientists by Aging in Reverse

Many people would love to turn back time and go back to being their younger selves. While that's impossible for humans, a sea creature can do it as a survival technique. A recent study found that the Mnemiopsis leidyi, also known as the warty comb jelly or sea walnut, has the ability to return to its larval stage after dealing with stress or trauma. It all started when Joan J.

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December 2, 2024

Pack of Gray Wolves Has Been Detected Near California National Park for the First Time in 100 Years

Native gray wolves, once nearly driven to extinction in California by game hunters in the 19th and 20th centuries, are making an extraordinary comeback. Recently, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) discovered a rare pack in Sierra Valley, about 50 miles north of Lake Tahoe. This exciting discovery marks a significant milestone in the species’ resurgence, as they reclaim their ancestral territory.

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November 24, 2024

New Study Reveals Dolphins ‘Smile’ to Signal Playfulness

Have you ever seen a photo of a dolphin grinning, almost posing for the camera? It turns out that ‘cheesy' expression isn't a coincidence. A recent study published in iScience found that bottlenose dolphins often exhibit open-mouth expressions during playful exchanges. When one dolphin observes another making this “smile,” it often mimics it—a behavior known as rapid facial mimicry.

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