The article presents a collection of fascinating facts across various scientific fields, highlighting discoveries about the brain's capacity, animal behaviors, medical innovations, and environmental phenomena, emphasizing how much there is still to learn about our world and ourselves.
Recent DNA sequencing has revealed that bones previously thought to be juvenile woolly mammoths in Arctic regions are actually whale remains, highlighting the importance of modern genetic techniques in accurately identifying fossils and understanding Earth's history.
Canadian researchers captured rare footage of a female polar bear adopting a second cub that was not her own, highlighting unusual maternal behavior in the wild.
The article showcases stunning wildlife and nature photographs from 2025, highlighting the resilience and beauty of animals and ecosystems amid environmental challenges, featuring images of polar bears, birds, insects, and landscapes worldwide.
The article showcases the funniest wildlife photos of the year, including humorous images of lions, seabirds, frogs, bears, gorillas, flamingos, and lemurs, many of which have been recognized in the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards for their amusing and endearing qualities.
Research shows that female animals generally live longer than males, with patterns varying across species and environments. In mammals, females tend to outlive males due to genetic and reproductive factors, especially in the wild, while in birds, males often have the longevity advantage, possibly due to reproductive costs borne by females. These differences are influenced by genetics, sexual selection, and ecological pressures, and are not universal but context-dependent.
The article showcases 70 astonishing size comparisons of various objects, animals, and structures, revealing how much larger they are than one might initially think, from Michelangelo's David to the largest animals, buildings, and natural phenomena.
The article discusses various Earth animals, from tardigrades to mice, that could potentially survive and be useful in future human colonies on Mars due to their resilience to harsh conditions like radiation, low oxygen, and extreme temperatures.
The article discusses the top 10 animals known for their incredible speed, capable of causing death in seconds, highlighting their dangerous nature in the wild.
The article discusses seven animals known for adopting babies of other species, highlighting unique inter-species nurturing behaviors observed in the wild.
The article discusses ten animals that have the remarkable ability to survive without oxygen, highlighting their unique adaptations and survival strategies.
Kiki, a paralyzed sheep, learned to drive a motorized wheelchair within an hour, showcasing resilience and inspiring many with her determination to live life to the fullest despite her disabilities.
Many animal species, including birds, insects, mammals, and reptiles, can discriminate quantities and perform basic numerical tasks, often using an innate approximate number system (ANS). While some animals like parrots and chimpanzees can approach true counting, most are limited to quick comparisons and simple estimations rather than complex arithmetic. The ability to do actual math, involving symbols and operations like addition and subtraction, appears to be rare and mostly observed in trained animals.