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Hilarious Wildlife Photos and Finalists of 2025 Comedy Wildlife Awards

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gizmodo

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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.

New Research Explores Why Females Outlive Males Across Species

Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Conversation

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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.

Animals Capable of Counting and Basic Math

Originally Published 6 months ago — by Live Science

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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.