03-18-2024
Some animals transform their hair structure to battle winters
How do animals survive when the mercury drops far below what we can withstand? For some, the answer lies in an extraordinary feature – hollow hairs that provide remarkable insulation. These tiny structures, invisible to the naked eye, hold the key to endure the relentless onslaught of winter. While most scientists understand the basics of hollow hairs, major research has centered on domesticated animals. The mysteries of hollow hair in wild animals, especially their seasonal transformations, remain an intriguing frontier. A team at Utah Tech University is...
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03-18-2024
Tracking leatherback sea turtle migration along the U.S. coast
Leatherback sea turtle behaviors in the Northwest Atlantic shelf have...
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03-18-2024
Leafhoppers' secret armor has inspired new invisibility cloaking technology
In the realm of science, sometimes the smallest creatures can...
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03-18-2024
Human activity has a strong effect on wildlife in remote areas
In an unprecedented global study that mobilized over 220 researchers...
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03-18-2024
Shrimp proven to be a nutritional treasure packed with antioxidants
A new study has identified potent antioxidative compounds in Northern...
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03-17-2024
First plants, now ants: The art, science, and sustainability of ant cuisine
In the quest for sustainable and innovative food sources, insects...
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03-17-2024
Dragonflies develop a waxy coating to withstand warmer climates
As our planet warms, some creatures struggle, while others adapt...
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03-17-2024
Pronghorn lessons: Conservation is crucial for preventing species extinctions
In a world where the richness of species diversity is...
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03-16-2024
Sea squirts and the future of cancer treatment drug trabectedin
Sea squirts, unassuming marine organisms, are at the forefront of...
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03-16-2024
National Panda Day: Recognizing the beauty and fragility of the giant panda 
National Panda Day, celebrated annually on March 16, marks an...
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03-16-2024
Dinosaur discovery reveals ancient Alaska's warm, lush landscape
In the remote expanse of northwestern Alaska, the discovery of...
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03-16-2024
Grazing animals have an unexpected role in climate change
A new study from Massachusetts Institute of Technology reveals that...
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03-16-2024
Is there enough prey for beluga whale survival?
The waters of Alaska's Cook Inlet appear ideal for whales...
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