Tag: Animals
Revisiting the History of Horse Domestication: A New Perspective
The world we live in today has been shaped by the history of horse domestication. In the past, horses played a vital role in society, being used for transportation, agriculture, and warfare. Scholars have...
Equine Emergence: A Science Crossword Challenge
The Equine Emergence crossword challenge in the December 2024 issue of Scientific American has sparked interest among puzzle enthusiasts. The crossword features a range of scientific terms related to horses and their evolution, making...
Rats Driving Tiny Cars: Neuroscientists’ Surprising Experiment
The article you read in the local newspaper was about a surprising experiment conducted by neuroscientists involving rats driving tiny cars. The researchers created the first rodent car using a plastic cereal container and...
Frozen Sabre-Toothed Kitten Unveils Differences from Modern Lion Cub
The frozen remains of a sabre-toothed cat found in Russia's Siberia region have been studied for the first time, and researchers have discovered significant differences between this prehistoric kitten and a modern lion cub...
Ancient Saber-Toothed Kitten Found in Siberian Permafrost: Preserved Whiskers Unearthed
Researchers in Siberia have made an incredible discovery - the mummy of a saber-toothed kitten that died over 35,000 years ago. The kitten still had its whiskers and claws attached, making it a rare...
Feline Communication: Curly-Tailed Cats’ Unique ‘Accent’
Cats are known for their various body language signals to communicate with other felines and humans. From arching their back in fear to kneading their paws to show affection, cats have a wide range...
Debunking the Myth: Do Ostriches Actually Bury Their Heads in the Sand?
For centuries, the idea that ostriches bury their heads in the sand when faced with danger has been a popular myth. This belief may have originated from the Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder, who...
‘Armored Dinosaur’s ‘Bulletproof Vest’ Could Withstand High-Speed Car Crash’
An armored dinosaur fossil has been discovered recently, shedding light on the incredible strength of its protective armor. The fossil belonged to a nodosaur, a plant-eating dinosaur that lived over 110 million years ago...
Understanding How Vampire Bats Use Blood for Energy: Treadmill Study
Vampire bats have been the subject of a recent study where they were put on a treadmill to understand how they use blood for energy. This study aimed to shed light on the unique...
Avian Architectural Culture: A Study of Bird Nests and their Significance
Culture plays a vital role in the way birds construct their nests, as suggested by a recent study conducted in the Kalahari Desert. White-browed Sparrow-Weavers in southern Africa were observed building communal nests and...