The humerus, pulled from a well-preserved ancient layer of sediment, belonged to a new extinct species of duck named Amazonetta cubensis, or the Cuban teal, according to a May 9 study published in the ...

This assassin bug's ability to use a tool — bees’ resin — could shed light on how the ability evolved in other animals.

A new global assessment has identified 25 primate species that are now the most endangered on Earth including the Tapanuli ...

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A research team has created a comprehensive evolutionary tree of all bird species, integrating data from hundreds of studies ...

Scientists have found that a mere 30 species of trees in the Cerrado -- the world's largest and most floristically diverse savanna -- account for nearly half of all its trees. The 'hyperdominance' by ...

Scientists have found that a mere 30 species of trees in the Cerrado—the world's largest and most floristically diverse ...

Ecdysis is an extremely vital process to the growth and development of many organisms. But, what is it exactly?

The female characters in The Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films are central to the story, embodying strength, wisdom, and ...

They might bite or sting if cornered or disturbed, but most in the Cape Fear region just want to be left alone.

Soft-shell crab is a seafood delicacy that restaurants love to overprice, so try cooking it at home with these fish ...

A Costa Rica expat shares essential tips for avoiding ticks while exploring the outdoors. Learn about local species, ...