In a world first, a team of Tel Aviv scientists discovered an animal that does not require oxygen to survive, effectively putting Mrs Nerg back in her box. The paper published in PNAS describes a jellyfish-like parasite that is the first known multicellular organism without a mitochondrial genome, which means it can survive without oxygen. Science advances are constantly … [Read more...] about The First Known Animal That Does Not Require Breathing Has Been Discovered Inside Salmon
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Artist Creates Eye-Catching Animal Sculptures Out of Discarded Silverware and Scrap Metal
Many of us have a junk drawer at home that is overflowing with old keys, cutlery, tools, and safety pins. While most of us would prefer not to sift through it, Carolina-based upcycling artist Matt Wilson (aka Airtight Artwork) would seize the opportunity. He creates charming animal sculptures out of discarded objects and scrap metal. Wilson began making bird sculptures in … [Read more...] about Artist Creates Eye-Catching Animal Sculptures Out of Discarded Silverware and Scrap Metal
The First Animal to Ever Ask an Existential Question Is This African Gray Parrot
Alex the African gray parrot, have you heard of him? Dr. Irene Pepperberg's collaborator and test subject for 30 years during her research into animal psychology, notably that of birds, was this groundbreaking bird. Birds were not thought to be clever animals before she began her research with Alex (on account of their walnut-sized brains). In reality, the term "bird brain" was … [Read more...] about The First Animal to Ever Ask an Existential Question Is This African Gray Parrot
30 Animals Were Discovered Dead In The Home Of The CEO Of An Animal Rescue Organization In South Carolina
WARNING: The details of this story are graphic, and some people may be disturbed by them. WSPA/COLUMBIA, S.C. – An animal rescue director in Columbia, South Carolina, has been charged with 30 counts of animal cruelty. Carolina Dawn Pennington, 47, was arrested by the Richland County Sheriff's Department on Friday after she allegedly turned herself in. Pennington is the … [Read more...] about 30 Animals Were Discovered Dead In The Home Of The CEO Of An Animal Rescue Organization In South Carolina
A Sleepy Little Animal Curled Up With The Books Is Spotted By A Librarian
“She didn't want to disturb it" ❤️ A librarian at Camas Public Library was shelving books last month when she noticed someone sleeping in a quiet corner of the historical nonfiction section. It's not uncommon to see someone nodding off while reading a good book, but finding a little brown bat fast asleep was a first for her. "She didn't want to disturb it, so she … [Read more...] about A Sleepy Little Animal Curled Up With The Books Is Spotted By A Librarian