Based on its whimsical name, it’s easy to assume that the cookiecutter shark is cute and gentle. However, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, the name “cookiecutter” doesn’t refer to the ...

In the wild, the dynamics between predators and prey are often far more complex than we realize. One of the most surprising ...

In two new studies, researchers at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, have shed ...

Blue-ringed octopuses carry a killer concoction called tetrodotoxin (TTX), a potent neurotoxin that can paralyze living ...

If you are looking to donate to charities in wake of the deadly flooding in Texas, there are some important tips you should ...

In the wild, survival is a constant battle, and while predators may seem unstoppable, sometimes the prey manages to outsmart, ...

3 Snake-Eagle 3 Snake-Eagle (image credits: unsplash) The snake-eagle is a spectacular bird of prey found across Africa and parts of Asia. These raptors regularly hunt highly venomous snakes, ...

Sea anemones stand as some of nature’s most paradoxical creations. At first glance, these vibrant ocean dwellers resemble underwater flowers, swaying gracefully with the currents in a mesmerizing ...

The potency of snake venom lies in its toxic enzymes that have evolved over millions of years through a never-ending battle between snakes and their prey. New research shows climate has a role too ...

Palatable versus poisonous: Eavesdropping bats must learn to identify which prey is safe to eat Data collected on juvenile and adult fringe-lipped bats reveal the first clues into the development ...

‘Like human children, young bats needed time and experience to hone their discrimination skills.’ ...