Animals love to play, as any pet owner knows, but laughing appears to be reserved for humans, a few apes, and maybe a few birds who can mimic people and apes. Laughter has been "recorded in at least 65 species," according to a recent study published in the journal Bioacoustics, reports Jessica Wolf at UCLA Newsroom. "Primates, domestic cows and dogs, foxes, seals, and … [Read more...] about Laughter has been discovered in 65 species of animals, ranging from rats to cows, according to a UCLA study
Goldfish are being taught to drive a robotic automobile on land by Israeli scientists
In exchange for fish food, the test subjects were successfully trained to maneuver a "fish-operated vehicle" through obstacles and to a target at the opposite end of a room. "Do you know how to drive this thing?" asks one of the fish in a tank, according to an ancient joke. Israeli researchers appear to have discovered the solution. Using a top-down camera that watches … [Read more...] about Goldfish are being taught to drive a robotic automobile on land by Israeli scientists
Meet the Indian gigantic squirrel, which is almost too lovely to be true
No one thinks of the squirrel as a particularly exotic or interesting animal. Chances are if you look in your backyard right now, you’ll probably find one—they’re very common animals. But if you venture into the forests of India, you might just find a squirrel who will take your breath away. Yes, far from the ordinary squirrels you’ll find climbing trees in your … [Read more...] about Meet the Indian gigantic squirrel, which is almost too lovely to be true
180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Discovered in UK Reservoir
A 180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Has Been Discovered in a Reservoir in the United Kingdom In a remarkable discovery, a 180-million-year-old fossil of a sea dragon has been found in a reservoir in the United Kingdom. The fossil, which is believed to be the remains of a new species of sea dragon, was discovered by an amateur fossil hunter in the summer of 2021. The … [Read more...] about 180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Discovered in UK Reservoir
A Photographer Captures a Perfectly Timed Shot of a Whale Sneaking Up on Unwary Whale Watchers
Eric J. Smith, a photographer, has a knack for being in the right location at the right moment. He's always watching the environment with a camera in hand, looking for photo opportunities. When an opportunity arose on a whale-watching expedition in Baja's San Ignacio Lagoon in March 2020, he was more than ready. His shot of a mother whale poking her head above water has gone … [Read more...] about A Photographer Captures a Perfectly Timed Shot of a Whale Sneaking Up on Unwary Whale Watchers