Dogs, considered the most loyal companions of the human being, have a unique form of communication based on gestures and gazes. One of the most intriguing behaviors is when a dog stares at its owner. What are they trying...
The report titled "New life in the Congo Basin: a decade of species discoveries (2013-2023)" highlights the incredible biodiversity and the urgent need for conservation of one of the world's most vital ecosystems.
Over the past ten years, 742 new...
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg have demonstrated for the first time that painful stimuli reach the brain of sea crabs, evidencing that crustaceans feel pain.
EEG (electroencephalogram) measurements show clear neuronal reactions in the crustaceans' brains during mechanical or...
While it is not news that sea water is distinguished from river and stream water by being salty, while the latter is fresh, what many still do not know is why sea water is salty. According to experts, 97%...
As glaciers shrink and temperatures rise, plant life finds more opportunities to move to cold climate regions. The expansion of vegetation in the Antarctic Peninsula may indicate a change in its ecology, according to researchers, raising questions about its...
In an innovation in the field of electric vehicles, Chinese scientists are reusing oil to spark a true revolution in energy storage.
This discovery could make the future of sustainable energy cleaner and more efficient. The residual oil serves as...
Using drones against hail in areas where crops are often victims of extreme weather could be a real lifesaver.
The fight against hail and harsh weather conditions has historically posed a challenge for agricultural producers, especially in regions like San...
In the heart of the Blue Patagonia Park, a team of scientists is carrying out an innovative project to monitor the marine fauna in remote areas, the reproductive performance, and the behavior of marine birds in their nesting colonies....
Recently, Mexican biologists have discovered a **"blue hole"** in Chetumal Bay, in the **Yucatan Peninsula**, considered the second largest in the world.
This underwater sinkhole, called **Taam Ja'** (which means "deep waters" in Mayan), measures 900 feet deep (over 270...
In the giant animal kingdom, there is diversity in shapes, sizes, and adaptations. Setting aside insects, it's surprising to know that the smallest mammals can weigh just over 1 gram.
Thanks to science, a large number of these specimens are...
