Discover the intelligence, emotions, and mysteries of the natural world. Whether it’s grieving elephants or disappearing species, this category reveals the wonders of life on Earth.
Octopuses consistently rank among the top 10 smartest animals on this planet. They have eight arms, three hearts, and have existed for at least 328 million years. In other words, they are even more ancient than Homo Sapiens, or any other hominin species. Octopuses are creatures that usually live solitary, away from any other individuals … Read more
Octopuses are known to be one of the most intelligent creatures on this planet. They have 3 hearts, 8 arms, and are capable of recognizing individuals. Their cognitive features include problem-solving skills, the ability to use tools, and even exhibiting their unique personalities. However, one study published at Plos One showed that female octopuses have … Read more
Recent climate research suggests that future El Niño may soon become almost all extreme or at least significantly stronger than we are used to. El Niño refers to a climate pattern that is part of ENSO or El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO), a larger cycle that includes what’s called La Niña, or the cooling phase, and … Read more
Hamsters are one of the most popular small pets in the world, but their owners usually do not understand that they can beat them in a drinking contest. Most creatures on this planet that can drink any type of alcohol usually do so conservatively, even humans. However, a team of researchers just found out that … Read more
Mouse utopia is a behavioral study that aims to predict the outcome of a society of mice when all their needs are met, and how it compares to humanity. In the modern day, the majority of the human population lives in big cities that are overcrowded, overpopulated, and very individualistic. However, almost everything you need … Read more
Most spiders are lone hunters, which means that they live and hunt for food by themselves. This is mainly because of the evolutionary adaptation that naturally selected solitary spiders. They rely on staying still and camouflaging to ambush prey, and being with a group can disrupt this rhythm, making survival harder. Spiders are also territorial, … Read more
When we think of screaming, we usually think of either humans or animals, crying out in fear or pain. However, what if it also comes from plants? A silent, high-pitched scream that humans are not capable of hearing. That is what this new research confirms: when plants are stressed, whether it is from dehydration or … Read more
The decomposition of plastic can be anywhere from 20 to 500 years. However, even after that long, it may never fully be gone, and instead just breaks down into smaller pieces, called microplastics. These tiny particles will persist in the environment, polluting our waters, lands, and harming different wildlife. Different solutions have been presented, such … Read more
African Grey Parrots are known for their intelligence, ability to replicate human speech, and speak up to 1000 words. These types of birds are native to Congo and Africa, often reaching the age of 60 to 80 years in captivity. They are medium-sized and are predominantly grey with a black curved beak. They can’t only … Read more
Imagine looking at the night sky and seeing the Earth’s magnetic field as colors. That is exactly how birds navigate where to go during migration. When seasons change from one to another, birds will look for a place that has an abundance of food and resources, along with the right temperature for nesting. So, how … Read more
