A group of rats have developed the ability to maneuver little vehicles around in search of food. How did this improbable situation occur? Actually, for a rather intriguing reason. The vehicle-driving rats were employed by researchers from the University of Richmond in Virginia to demonstrate how an enriched environment can enhance cognitive function and aid develop the … [Read more...] about Researchers Find That Relaxing Rats By Letting Them Operate Miniature Cars
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Evidence Of A Native American King’s House, As Seen By Spanish Conquistadors, Has Been Discovered In Florida
A complex indigenous culture built upon chiefdoms and tributes was discovered by the Spanish as they approached the Florida Keys in the 16th century. The King of the Calusa people was welcomed by the European explorers at his magnificent home, which was built atop a man-made island off the coast of Florida. This home, which was previously only known from Spanish manuscripts, … [Read more...] about Evidence Of A Native American King’s House, As Seen By Spanish Conquistadors, Has Been Discovered In Florida
Corky, A Killer Whale That Lived At SeaWorld For 48 Years, Has Been Labeled The World’s Saddest Orca After Losing Seven Babies
Corky the killer whale, who has spent 48 years of his life in a concrete tank the size of an Olympic swimming pool at SeaWorld, has been dubbed the "saddest whale in the world" after losing all of her babies during the inbreeding program, according to the Daily Star. She was rescued from the wild in 1969, but she didn't join SeaWorld in San Diego until 1987. Although the … [Read more...] about Corky, A Killer Whale That Lived At SeaWorld For 48 Years, Has Been Labeled The World’s Saddest Orca After Losing Seven Babies
Princess Dirt Pig, The First Baby Aardvark To Be Born At The San Diego Zoo In 35 Years
The San Diego Zoo last week announced the birth of a female aardvark cub — the first to be born at the zoo in more than 35 years. San Diego now has a new "princess dirt pig." The first aardvark cub to be born at the San Diego Zoo in more than 35 years was revealed to have been born last week. Parents Zola and Azaan welcomed a cub on May 10; its name has not yet been … [Read more...] about Princess Dirt Pig, The First Baby Aardvark To Be Born At The San Diego Zoo In 35 Years
Grieving Dog Welcomes New Kitten Sibling And Gives Her Hugs And Kisses Right Away
“It was love at first sight” ❤️ Adding a new family member is not always simple. But seeing his new kitten sister brightened the day for Martin, a rescue dog. Martin wasn't accustomed to being alone, even though he was the only pet in the home before the new kitten came. Alma, his Labrador sister and greatest companion, went away just a year ago. Martin's mother, Emilia … [Read more...] about Grieving Dog Welcomes New Kitten Sibling And Gives Her Hugs And Kisses Right Away