It’s not often in this line of work you receive a press release titled “All-purpose dinosaur opening,” but a particularly well-preserved Psittacosaurus specimen has, for the first time, been formally recognized as having the multi-faceted butt orifice known as a cloaca. The discovery, made by researchers from the University of Bristol, UK, was published in the journal Current … [Read more...] about Scientists Have Described The Butt Orifice Of A Dinosaur For the first Time
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Wolves And Ravens Have a Special Bond: They Hunt Together and May Even Become Friends
Ravens and wolves share a distinctive bond, and the former are often referred to as “wolf birds” in different cultures. These two remarkable creatures have established a special symbiotic connection that has endured for centuries. Wolves and common ravens (Corvus corax) form a symbiotic partnership based on mutual benefit. Wolves, as adept predators, leave … [Read more...] about Wolves And Ravens Have a Special Bond: They Hunt Together and May Even Become Friends
This is Uruk, as it may have looked in the IV millenium BCE and now.
Located in modern-day Iraq, Uruk was one of the first cities in the world. It emerged in the late 4th millennium BCE as a major center of trade, commerce, and culture. At its peak, Uruk was home to over 50,000 people and covered an area of over 4 square kilometers. The city was surrounded by a massive wall, which protected it from invaders. Inside the walls, there was a … [Read more...] about This is Uruk, as it may have looked in the IV millenium BCE and now.
Bacteria On The ISS Have Mutated Into Something Not Seen On Earth Before
Space-bound strains of E. bugandensis are likely distinct from earthly versions. Movies and TV shows often portray space stations as pristine, sterile environments. However, wherever humans go, bacteria inevitably follow. Within the confines of the International Space Station (ISS), bacteria have carved out their own niches, evolving in ways not observed on Earth. The … [Read more...] about Bacteria On The ISS Have Mutated Into Something Not Seen On Earth Before
Humans Have Messed Up The World’s Freshwater Cycle
As humanity continues its journey through the Anthropocene, the era defined by significant human influence on the planet, the toll of our actions becomes increasingly evident. From the extinction of species to shifts in climate patterns, the negative repercussions of human activity reverberate across the globe. The latest casualty to emerge from this narrative? The freshwater … [Read more...] about Humans Have Messed Up The World’s Freshwater Cycle