Parrots are famous for their ability to mimic sounds, but something unexpected is happening in the Amazon. These birds’ calls are changing in strange ways, leaving scientists curious. Their distinct sounds are shifting, raising questions about what might influence these alterations. The changes have been noticed recently and appear to be widespread, signaling a potential ...
Have you ever been lost on a hike and gone around in circles for what feels like forever? Did your phone data stop working and now you can’t find your way home? It’s a rather scary experience, yet animals seem to manage without GPS every day. Whether it be your cat navigating then neighbourhood or ...
Researchers recently discovered a lost mangrove forest on Barro Colorado Island in the Panama Canal. Amazingly, the forest dates back over 22 million years to the Early Miocene! Let’s see what this discovery tells us about a previously unknown mangrove species! Volcanic Activity Preserved the Forest The forest was likely buried and fossilized by a ...
A newly discovered tick-borne virus in China referred to as the “Wetland Virus,” could affect the human brain, raising serious concerns for public health. Its discovery has sparked a wave of research to understand how it spreads, what dangers it presents, and how it can be managed. Let’s take a closer look at this virus, ...
Polar bears and brown bears share a common ancestor, but over thousands of years, they have adapted to vastly different environments. Understanding how polar bears evolved to survive in the Arctic is a fascinating example of nature’s ability to adapt to extreme conditions. So pack your winter coats and let’s take a trip up to ...
A fossil of an ancient whale was discovered in the Peruvian desert. This extinct whale challenges blue whale records for potentially being the heaviest creature to have ever existed. The Historic Moment This discovery sent ripples through the scientific community in Peru. The remnants of an ancient whale, named Perucetus colossus or “the colossal whale ...
In August 2024, a team of researchers made an incredible find in an Iowa creek: a 13,600-year-old mastodon skull alongside other bones. This discovery offers a unique glimpse into North America’s prehistoric past, one that we ourselves were a part of! Mastodons, similar to modern elephants, roamed the Earth during the Ice Age but are ...
Bananas may seem like a simple, everyday snack, but they’re facing a crisis that could make them vanish from our grocery shelves forever. Behind their bright yellow peel lies a battle against a relentless disease that has ravaged banana plantations across the globe for decades. Now, with extinction on the horizon, scientists are racing to ...
Did you know that your pet might have a favorite paw, just like you have a favorite hand? Scientists have discovered that many animals, from cats to octopuses, show a clear preference for one side over the other. This quirky trait isn’t just for humans—it’s widespread in the animal kingdom! Whether it’s your dog reaching ...
Quetzalcoatlus northropi was an enormous pterosaur, known for ruling the skies during the Late Cretaceous period. This giant flying reptile has intrigued scientists and enthusiasts alike. Let’s dive into the details of this prehistoric creature. Discovery of Quetzalcoatlus Quetzalcoatlus was discovered in Texas in the early 1970s. The fossils were unearthed in Big Bend National ...
Jen Fitschen, Author, BSc Computer Science and Oceanography
