evolution

The Octopuses and the Extraordinary Skill of Their Tentacles

The octopus, a cephalopod invertebrate known for its eight tentacles and its ability to camouflage, has a unique ability to move its limbs with astonishing precision, such as the extraordinary dexterity of its tentacles. These limbs, covered by two...

Study reveals that genetic differences in Chernobyl dogs are not a result of radiation

A new study published in PLOS ONE concludes that the radiation-induced mutation has not caused significant genetic differences between the populations of dogs in the city of Chernobyl and the nearby nuclear power plant. This research has important implications for...

Bacteria evolving like a biological clock with the changing of seasons

The species of **bacteria** in a **Wisconsin lake** are constantly evolving in an endless cycle from which they do not seem to be able to escape. According to a new study published in Nature Microbiology, researchers found that, over the...

The constant evolution of chimpanzees: Revelations from the ‘Genetic Time Machine’

A team of researchers from the University of Zurich has analyzed the behavior and genetic markers of chimpanzees in 35 different sites, using a "genetic time machine". The study, published in Science, found that more complex technologies, such as the...

How chimpanzee behavior contributed to human success

A study conducted by researchers from the **University of Oxford** and published in **PeerJ** focused on the behavior of wild chimpanzees in Bossou, Guinea, and their ability to crack nuts with hammers and anvils. This activity has been considered...

How do dogs evolve to adapt to urban life?

Dogs, considered man's best friends, are experiencing significant changes both in their biology and behavior due to their close coexistence with humans. Experts have defined this evolution as the "third wave of domestication", reflecting a rapid adaptation to urban...

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What environmental impact can the boom in tourism have on Antarctica?

Antarctic tourism has experienced a boom in recent years, and the remote continent attracts a record number of tourists....