In a devastating turn of events, one of the last remaining Yangtze giant softshell turtles was found dead on April 21 at Đồng Mô Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam. The incident has been widely reported as the last of the species' females, dooming the much-loved species to extinction. According to reports, the turtle's body measured around 1.56 meters long (5 feet and 1 inch) and … [Read more...] about The Last Female Yangtze Giant Turtle Found Dead, Signaling the End of the Species
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Exploring Sexual Dimorphism in Grandalas: The Striking Differences Between Male and Female Birds
Grandalas are a species of bird that is native to the Himalayas, and they are known for their striking coloration and deep sexual dimorphism. In fact, the difference between male and female grandalas is so distinct that it's hard to believe they belong to the same species. While female grandalas are predominantly brown with white streaks all over their head, males are … [Read more...] about Exploring Sexual Dimorphism in Grandalas: The Striking Differences Between Male and Female Birds
Male Riflebird’s Mating Ritual Goes Viral, but Fails to Impress Female Counterpart
The internet has been buzzing about a viral video of a riflebird performing special moves in an attempt to woo a female. The video, which was captured in the rainforest of New Guinea, shows the male riflebird performing an elaborate dance routine that includes flapping his wings, puffing out his chest, and even somersaulting through the air. Despite the riflebird's … [Read more...] about Male Riflebird’s Mating Ritual Goes Viral, but Fails to Impress Female Counterpart
If A Male Octopus Annoys A Female, She Will Throw Seashells at Him
In Australia, the debris-throwing octopuses were first captured on camera. There can be some interesting sporting events when there are eight arms (just check out the weird history of octopus wresting). But if facing off against a 100-pound, multi-armed sea monster wasn't terrifying enough, picture having eight arms that are hurling seashells at you. For the first time, a … [Read more...] about If A Male Octopus Annoys A Female, She Will Throw Seashells at Him
Male Shark Eaten by Female Shark in Seoul Aquarium Because He Kept Bumping Into Her
Inside a tank at the COEX Aquarium, it took the 8-year-old female 21 hours to eat the 5-year-old male. According to the video, the female shark began with the male's head and gradually consumed the rest of his body. This shark cannibalism was most likely caused by the sharks colliding with one another. "Sharks have their own territories," a Reuters source said. … [Read more...] about Male Shark Eaten by Female Shark in Seoul Aquarium Because He Kept Bumping Into Her