This cute little sea animal is actually a hybrid that’s part vegetable
In the vast and colorful—and sometimes terrifying—world of marine life, few creatures are as captivating as the Costasiella kuroshimae. Affectionately known as the “leaf sheep” …
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Researchers found a new vampire squid, but it’s more adorable than dangerous
Vampire movies have trained us to expect the worst out of any creature that has “vampire” in the name. We only have ourselves to blame …
Mesmerizing video shows the world’s largest land mammal migration in stunning detail
A first-of-its-kind aerial survey of wildlife in South Sudan has helped confirm the world’s largest land mammal migration, and now we’ve even recorded evidence of …
Scientists are spiking rhino horns with radioactive poison to thwart poachers
Scientists in South Africa are going to startling lengths to dissuade poachers from hunting rhinos by implanting radioactive isotopes in their horns. The scientists accomplish …
‘Exceedingly rare’ wolf snake captured on film in Tibet
Last year, scientist Xiaoqi Mi made a surprising discovery. While shining a flashlight across the trunks of numerous trees alongside a road in Tibet, the …
Japan OKs hunting endangered fin whales as whale meat vending machines grow more popular
Fin whales are some of the largest whales in the ocean. These massive whales were among the most popular targets for whalers up until the …
The French eat so many frogs’ legs, one species might go extinct
A popular French delicacy may very well be driving some species to extinction. The delicacy in question? frog legs. Now, a group of more than …
Isolated crocodile baffles scientists after laying 14 eggs
Ian Malcolm’s biggest fear from Jurassic Park has apparently come true in a female crocodile that has been sequestered in captivity for the past 16 …
This is the first and only poisonous bird that has ever been discovered
When you think of poisonous animals, you most likely think of spiders, snakes, deadly frogs, and other creatures like that first. But what you might …
Watch giant squid hunt their prey in never-before-seen video footage
A new video captured in the mesopelagic zone finally shows scientists how giant squids stalk and attack their prey in the deep ocean. The video …
Rare and freakish 8-foot-long sea creature caught on video
Nautilus Live, the same folks behind the video captured of a shape-shifting jellyfish in 2019, has released a new video. In the new video, the …
Some scientists say cats are an ‘invasive alien species’
Cats get a lot of love on the internet, and even though dogs are considered man’s best friend, many point to their feline companion as …
New study says dogs can ‘see’ with their noses
Dogs have always been well known for their ability to identify and track scents. A new study suggests that extensive connections within the dog’s olfactory …
Maned wolf is a strange cross between a fox and a deer, and you’ve never seen anything like it
Although it looks like someone mixed up the DNA for a deer and a fox, South America’s native maned wolf is neither. In fact, the …
Scientists discovered a terrifying new species of hairy crab in Western Australia
Scientists have identified a terrifying new species of hairy crab. The crab was first discovered by a family in Australia. It has since been identified …
Polar bears and grizzlies are mating to create giant hybrids, and humans are to blame
What do you call a hybrid created when a grizzly bear and a polar bear mate? The answer might soon be common knowledge, as climate …
This alien-looking creature is actually a new species of jelly
An entirely new species of jelly was discovered using high-definition video during an expedition back in 2015. The creature was able to be classified as …
Whale stuns scientists by holding its breath for nearly 4 hours
Researchers studying the diving habits of beaked whales observed one specific whale staying beneath the surface for huge lengths of time. The whale stayed underwater …
The biggest fish on Earth are girls
Scientists discovered that whale sharks grow differently based on their gender. Male sharks grow faster than females, but females ultimately get much, much larger than …
Scientists create ‘super stud’ livestock with ideal genetic traits
Scientists have developed a method by which male animals can pass on the genetic material of other, different males. The idea is that these animals …
Congrats, humans: We’ve saved up to 48 species from extinction
Researchers have examined the impacts of conservation efforts on animals that were nearing extinction as far back as 1993. The data suggests that anywhere between …
New measurements reveal the true size of the massive megalodon shark
New research into the ancient megalodon shark species has revealed the most accurate estimates of its size to date. The creatures could grow to 59 …
Man looking for a new cat finds his old one instead
A man who had lost his beloved cat a week prior found him by chance at a local humane society while he was looking for …
Behold the ‘Deadpool’ assassin fly
Researchers discovered a new species of fly that has markings reminiscent of the Marvel character Deadpool. The fly’s official scientific name is Humoralethalis sergius, but …
Dogs possess an ability that humans can only dream of
A new study reveals that dogs are incredibly good at forging shortcuts in areas that are unfamiliar to them. The impressive ability appears to be …
A brand new ‘sea cockroach’ has been discovered, and it’s the stuff of nightmares
A brand new species of giant isopod was discovered in a survey off the coast of Indonesia. There are now 20 species of these creatures …
Scientists strapped camera rigs to beetles, and it actually works
Scientists developed a tiny backpack with a camera system so small it can be worn by an insect. The camera can relay images and videos …
