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04-18-2024
Largest known marine reptile discovered is a giant ichthyosaur
The discovery of a second massive jawbone, over two meters in length, on a beach in Somerset, UK, has recently piqued the interest of paleontologists. This fossil, along with the first one found, has been identified as belonging to a previously unknown species of giant ichthyosaur named Ichthyotitan severnensis - a marine reptile from prehistoric times. Researchers estimate that this creature would have spanned more than 25 meters in length, akin to the size of a blue whale. Discovery of the marine reptile Ichthyotitan severnensis This significant find...
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02-26-2022
Higher levels of biodiversity reduce extinction risks in birds
A new study led by the University of Michigan has...
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02-25-2022
Asexual reproduction can negatively impact evolution
In the animal kingdom, offspring are produced via two main...
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02-25-2022
Finding tangled leatherbacks is crucial for their survival
Leatherback sea turtles entangled in old fishing gear are much...
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02-25-2022
Consumer choices are influenced by ads with cats and dogs
People feel an emotional connection with their pets and this...
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02-25-2022
Bird populations are declining worldwide
A new study led by Bird Ecology and Conservation Ontario...
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02-24-2022
Pet ownership has mental health benefits
New research reveals that pet ownership may have some benefits...
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02-24-2022
Dogs can grieve when they lose a canine buddy
Grieving behavior has been reported in a variety of animals,...
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02-24-2022
Fight or flight: birds are not equipped for both
A new study led by the University of Massachusetts Amherst...
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02-24-2022
Feeling connected to nature reduces fear of spiders
Fears of snakes and spiders are widespread. Scientists think they...
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02-24-2022
Birds rely on an inner compass to guide long migrations
You’ve likely watched a flock of birds heading south in...
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02-23-2022
Mosquitoes learn to avoid pesticides after single exposure
Pesticides are often used to control the spread of mosquito-transmitted...
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02-23-2022
Dog ownership linked to lower disability risk
Recent advances in medical science have resulted in vastly improved...
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