A husky next to a wolf. This side-by-side comparison can be striking. Both boast thick fur, erect ears, and piercing eyes, conjuring images of wild freedom. However, beneath this surface resemblance lies a surprising truth: Although wolf-like in appearance, huskies are no more closely related to wolves than poodles and bulldogs are. And the size says it all. While wolves … [Read more...] about A Husky and a Wolf: Lookalikes, But Not Quite
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New study reveals troubling factor that can increase the risk of dementia: ‘The effect could actually be quite large’
Air pollution, a well-known adversary to respiratory health, has long been associated with a range of ailments such as heart disease, lung cancer, and emphysema. Now, a recent study from the Harvard Chan School of Public Health has added another troubling dimension to the list of potential health risks linked to air pollution: an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's … [Read more...] about New study reveals troubling factor that can increase the risk of dementia: ‘The effect could actually be quite large’
This Fungus is Known As ‘Dead Man’s Fingers,’ And It Is Quite Disturbing
Regan Daniels of North Carolina posted a couple photos of a fungus that resembled a dead man's toes to the Facebook group Mushroomcore, and it's simple to understand why. Look at that! Take a closer look… Naturally, a few people immediately cried ‘fake’, but Daniels reassured people it wasn’t the case. And, well, looking at the shrooms from another angle that … [Read more...] about This Fungus is Known As ‘Dead Man’s Fingers,’ And It Is Quite Disturbing
The Reason Why Japanese Monkeys Have Been Observed Riding Deer Is Quite Surprising
Japanese monkeys, famed for enjoying hot baths in their snowy surroundings, have an unusual relationship with sika deer. Japanese monkeys, often known as macaques, have been seen riding on top of sika deer on several occasions (Cervus nippon yakushimae). In the Japanese woodlands, the two species coexist happily. This tight bond benefits both parties: the deer consumes the … [Read more...] about The Reason Why Japanese Monkeys Have Been Observed Riding Deer Is Quite Surprising
The Cat’s Afternoon Nap in the Cardboard Box Doesn’t Go Quite Right
Someone from 300 kilometers away called her owner. Sanny, the cat, was delighted to discover a new amenity in the home she shares with her owner in Hagen, Germany, last month. It was a huge cardboard package with a hefty vehicle component that her father had ordered but intended to return. That appeared like the ideal spot for an afternoon sleep to Sanny. So she tucked … [Read more...] about The Cat’s Afternoon Nap in the Cardboard Box Doesn’t Go Quite Right