In a world first, a team of Tel Aviv scientists discovered an animal that does not require oxygen to survive, effectively putting Mrs Nerg back in her box. The paper published in PNAS describes a jellyfish-like parasite that is the first known multicellular organism without a mitochondrial genome, which means it can survive without oxygen. Science advances are constantly … [Read more...] about The First Known Animal That Does Not Require Breathing Has Been Discovered Inside Salmon
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Smart Cameras That Detect And Stop Wind Turbines When Birds Approach Significantly Reduce Eagle Deaths
Renewable energy is now the most affordable source of energy on the planet. Countries all over the world are rapidly transitioning away from destructive and limited fossil fuels and toward wind turbines, solar power, and even more creative options, including the United Kingdom, which is now powered by renewables more than by other sources. Wind turbines have received … [Read more...] about Smart Cameras That Detect And Stop Wind Turbines When Birds Approach Significantly Reduce Eagle Deaths
The Lost Dog Who Was Brought Into The Police Station Is Pretty Sure That He Now Works There
“He fit in very well" 😂 If you can't beat 'em, become one of 'em. That was apparently the mantra of this adorable shaggy dog who was recently hauled in by Wisconsin police. Tate, the dog, had been discovered wandering around the Wisconsin town of Chippewa Falls with no owner in sight. A concerned citizen called the cops, and Tate was soon "arrested" and taken back to … [Read more...] about The Lost Dog Who Was Brought Into The Police Station Is Pretty Sure That He Now Works There
Researchers Find That Relaxing Rats By Letting Them Operate Miniature Cars
A group of rats have developed the ability to maneuver little vehicles around in search of food. How did this improbable situation occur? Actually, for a rather intriguing reason. The vehicle-driving rats were employed by researchers from the University of Richmond in Virginia to demonstrate how an enriched environment can enhance cognitive function and aid develop the … [Read more...] about Researchers Find That Relaxing Rats By Letting Them Operate Miniature Cars
Corky, A Killer Whale That Lived At SeaWorld For 48 Years, Has Been Labeled The World’s Saddest Orca After Losing Seven Babies
Corky the killer whale, who has spent 48 years of his life in a concrete tank the size of an Olympic swimming pool at SeaWorld, has been dubbed the "saddest whale in the world" after losing all of her babies during the inbreeding program, according to the Daily Star. She was rescued from the wild in 1969, but she didn't join SeaWorld in San Diego until 1987. Although the … [Read more...] about Corky, A Killer Whale That Lived At SeaWorld For 48 Years, Has Been Labeled The World’s Saddest Orca After Losing Seven Babies