12-06-2023
"Friendly" hyenas more likely to engage in mobbing behavior
After more than three and a half decades of diligent observation, researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) are unraveling some of the enigmatic behaviors of a unique type of mob – those comprised of spotted hyenas. The findings of this research, published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B, shed light on the intricate relationships and social interactions among hyenas, which influence their decisions to join forces and confront lions cooperatively, a behavior known as mobbing. Mobbing behavior  Lead author Tracy Montgomery initiated this project...
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12-02-2023
Dog owners are much less likely to develop dementia
A recent study from Japan has revealed that owning a...
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12-02-2023
Brittle stars have no brain but still manage to learn
In the quest to understand intelligence and learning, humans have...
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12-02-2023
Volcanic winters weakened the dinosaurs before the asteroid hit
A recent study by a team of researchers from Italy,...
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12-01-2023
Sentinel warning calls seem to be universally understood by birds
Sentinel warning calls in birds may be universally understood, transcending...
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12-01-2023
Bird tracks discovered that predate the oldest birds by 60 million years
A recently published study reveals fascinating new insights into the...
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12-01-2023
Sharks need better protection to maintain functional diversity
A study led by the University of Zurich reveals a...
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12-01-2023
Plastic waste is disrupting the sex lives of marine animals
Researchers at the University of Portsmouth have discovered that plastic...
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12-01-2023
Dipsadine snakes have skulls that evolve to fit their needs
Researchers at The University of Texas at Arlington have found...
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11-30-2023
Wolverines receive much-needed protection from the Endangered Species Act
In a landmark decision, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service...
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11-30-2023
Are dogs smarter than cats? A new study looks for answers to that never-ending debate
Dog and cat owners often engage in the age-old debate...
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11-30-2023
A dog's preference for certain foods has a direct impact on motivation
Recent research conducted by the Department of Ethology at Eötvös...
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11-29-2023
Which came first, bee venom or bee stingers?
Venoms, remarkable for their complexity and potency, have independently evolved...
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