The Indonesian island of Flores has long captivated scientists and adventurers alike. It was here, in 2003, that archaeologists made a groundbreaking discovery: the remains of a diminutive human species, dubbed Homo floresiensis or the "Hobbit." Initially believed to have gone extinct around 12,000 years ago, recent research pushed this timeline back to approximately 50,000 … [Read more...] about Anthropologist Believes Ancient Human Species May Still Exist in the Forests of Flores Island
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Canine Knights Existed, As These Surviving Pieces of Dog Armor Testify
From battlefields to royal courts, medieval dog armors stand as fascinating relics of a bygone era, offering insights into the unique bonds between humans and their loyal canine companions. Within the grand halls of the Royal Armory at the Royal Palace in Madrid lies a curious relic – a suit of armor meticulously crafted, not for a valiant knight, but for a loyal canine … [Read more...] about Canine Knights Existed, As These Surviving Pieces of Dog Armor Testify
Surviving in Style: The Adaptations of Hydnora africana
The natural world is full of surprises and marvels, and the Hydnora africana plant is no exception. This unusual resident of southern Africa has a bizarre floral appearance that seems almost extraterrestrial. But in fact, it is finely adapted for pollination in its arid habitat. The Hydnora africana is a root holoparasite, which means that it has no need for sunlight to … [Read more...] about Surviving in Style: The Adaptations of Hydnora africana
Rare Footage Shows The Last Surviving Member Of An Uncontacted Amazonian Tribe
This man is the sole survivor of an uncontacted tribe in a remote part of Brazil's rainforest. The outside world is unaware of his name, language, culture, or the majority of his story. However, he may be putting himself in grave danger. The footage of "the most isolated man on the planet" was shot in the western Brazilian state of Rondônia in 2011. It depicts a long-haired … [Read more...] about Rare Footage Shows The Last Surviving Member Of An Uncontacted Amazonian Tribe
Lion was on The Verge of Death and Had Little Hope of Surviving – Until She met True Love
Meet Kahn, a stunning male African lion, and Sheila, a rare white lioness, who are a lovely couple of felines. Before being rescued by Texas' In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center, the couple had been held in captivity together. When Kahn was taken in, he was starved and had the end of his tail eaten off as a source of tension and … [Read more...] about Lion was on The Verge of Death and Had Little Hope of Surviving – Until She met True Love