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 …
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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 …
Incredible new species of walking sharks discovered in Australia
Scientists documented four new species of walking shark that they say have developed the ability to walk very recently. Walking sharks use their fins to …
These massive sharks have teeth on their eyeballs
A new study on whale sharks reveals the existence of tiny teeth-like structures covering the eyes. These features are thought to be used as protection …
Family rescues bear cub with head caught in cheese ball tub
A bear with a cheese puff container stuck on its head was spotted swimming across a Wisconsin lake. A family rescued the bear by driving …
Scientists named this horrifying spider after Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker
A new spider species has been named after Joaquin Phoenix thanks to his performance as the Joker. The species has black and white stripes as …
Dolphins are teaching each other new tricks
Researchers have observed dolphins teaching each other new behaviors. The act of ‘shelling,’ or trapping fish in large shells, can spread throughout groups of dolphins …
Great white sharks avoid the surface until they’re big enough to scare you
A new study of great white sharks reveals that young sharks spend much of their time as bottom-feeders rather than hunting near the surface. Shark …
A tube that did nothing but eat and poop is your oldest ancestor
The ancestor of all animal life, including humans, was discovered in fossils from Australia. The tiny, worm-like creature had an opening in its front and …
Scientists caught a deep-sea sponge ‘sneezing’ on camera, and it’s so weird
You probably don’t think you have much in common with the creatures that inhabit the floor of the deep sea. Most of the animals that …
Watch vets yank an entire beach towel out of this snake, and be glad you chew your food
Bite, chew, swallow. It’s a boring routine, but it works for many animals, including humans. Many snake species, including pythons, have streamlined their eating habits …
This animal doesn’t breathe, and it’s a first for science
Earth has an incredible diversity of animal life. It comes in all shapes and sizes, and lives in just about every type of environment our …
This adorable mouse-deer was feared extinct, but now it’s back
When a species of animal hasn’t been seen in decades, it’s often feared that mankind or natural environmental factors have driven it to extinction. That …
