Science
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Not All Heroes Wear Capes, but These Termites Did for Science
This study has everything: jumping spiders; insects donning striped and solid patterns; and evolutionary lessons about predators and prey.
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Mucus-Covered Jellyfish Hint at Dangers of Deep-Sea Mining
Shipboard experiments suggested that sediment from the exploitation of metals in the ocean could be harmful to marine life.
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Why Warblers Flock to Wealthier Neighborhoods
In the unequal distribution of birds and other species, ecologists are tracing the impact of bigoted urban policies adopted decades…
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You Know About the Birds and the Bees, but Guess What These Bats Do
Bats have long been known for unusual forms of sexual reproduction, and a new study adds another surprise to the…
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Freakishly Smart Falcons Run These Islands
The success of wild striated caracaras in a test suggests that the intellects of more bird species may be underestimated.
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Mysterious Respiratory Illness Affects Dogs in Multiple States
The illness can include a cough, fever, lethargy and a loss of appetite. Veterinarians recommend that owners avoid boarding their…
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SpaceX Makes Progress in 2nd Launch of Giant Moon and Mars Rocket
SpaceX, Elon Musk's spaceflight company, launched its Starship rocket from the coast of South Texas on Saturday, a mammoth vehicle…
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Watch the Leonids Meteor Shower Reach Its Peak This Weekend
On any given night, far from bright city lights, there’s a chance that you’ll see a beautiful streak shoot across…
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Scientists Find First Evidence That Groups of Apes Cooperate
Some bonobos are challenging the notion that humans are the only primates capable of group-to-group alliances.
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SpaceX Is Ready for the 2nd Launch of Its Starship Moon and Mars Rocket
Elon Musk’s private space company is hoping for a better performance on Friday of the giant rocket, which is the…