Animals
Werewolves could learn from other critters when to hunt
Werewolves aren’t the only creatures that undergo transformation under the full moon. But could weak werewolves be at risk of becoming prey?
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Werewolves aren’t the only creatures that undergo transformation under the full moon. But could weak werewolves be at risk of becoming prey?
At the National University of Singapore, Elias Garcia-Pelegrin looks at how magic can help us understand animal intelligence.
Hairy bristles on the toes of Mexican free-tailed bats fluoresce under UV light. The reason is a mystery.
A recent expedition to undersea mountain ranges off the coast of Chile revealed a new seamount and a rich world of deep-sea biodiversity.
Cows, elephant seals and polar bears are among unexpected bird flu casualties. Learn about potential risks to them, to people and to our food supplies.
The 2024 pandemic-style bird flu circulating in birds has shown up in cats and other pet species.
Globular springtails can seem to vanish as they spin backwards at rates of up to 368 rotations per second! So don’t blink.
Chimpanzees and bonobos may boast the longest social memory of any animal besides humans.
Nerida Wilson uses artificial intelligence to identify seadragons in photos taken by citizen scientists.
Studies of the brainy birds’ abilities to use tools, solve puzzles, speak words and more may teach us about how our species got our smarts.