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
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Man Arrested After Keeping 800-Year-Old Male Mummy As His “Spiritual Girlfriend”
In a bizarre incident, a man has been arrested in Peru after being caught with an 800-year-old mummy that he kept as his "spiritual girlfriend." The remains were discovered in a cooler bag by police who were patrolling a park in the city of Puno. The man, identified as 26-year-old Julio Cesar Bermejo, told local media that the mummy had been brought home by his father some … [Read more...] about Man Arrested After Keeping 800-Year-Old Male Mummy As His “Spiritual Girlfriend”
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
Zoo Finds New Komodo Dragons Born Without Male Involvement
Three Komodo dragon eggs hatched in September, which was fantastic news for the endangered species and the Chattanooga Zoo in Tennessee. The young were created without the assistance of the zoo's resident male dragon or anybody else but the mother Charlie, according to a revelation revealed on the Zoo's Facebook page. Mammals do not undergo parthenogenesis, the process of … [Read more...] about Zoo Finds New Komodo Dragons Born Without Male Involvement