Killer whales groom each other using tools made from kelp
Researchers at the University of Washington find endangered killer whales create kelp tools for social grooming.
Researchers unearth big possum that lived around 60 million years ago in Texas’ Big Bend National Park
University of Kansas team discovers ancient marsupial species, Swaindelphys solastella, revealing insights into early primate ecosystems.
Nosey by nature: Chimpanzees and children share a strong curiosity about the lives of others
Researchers at the University of California find both species prioritise social interactions, even when foregoing rewards.
Scientists discover new microbes in Earth’s deep soil
Michigan State University researchers find dominant microbes, CSP1-3, cleaning water in unexplored deep soil environments.
Cracking the banana code: Scientists unravel genetic secrets behind key traits
Researchers at Nanjing Agricultural University unveil 62 genomic regions influencing banana yield, structure, and quality traits.
Earthworms reveal an evolutionary mechanism which could defy Darwin
Researchers at Pompeu Fabra University discover rapid genome reorganisation in worms, challenging gradual evolutionary theories.
Mushrooms could be the key to developing better materials
Binghamton University researchers explore fungi’s microscopic filaments, aiming to revolutionise material strength with AI-driven models.
Australia’s oldest occupied Ice Age cave found at high elevation in Blue Mountains
University of Sydney researchers discover 693 ancient stone artefacts, revealing early human adaptation to harsh climates.
Study reveals why birds sing more at dawn in tropical forests
Cornell University researchers find territorial behaviour and omnivorous diets drive increased dawn singing among tropical birds.
Even bumble bee queens need personal days, too
UC Riverside study finds queens pause egg-laying to conserve energy, ensuring colony survival during vulnerable early days.