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interestingengineering.comscience15 days ago
Stanford Researcher Builds Robotic Tadpole to Study Frog Vibrations
A Stanford University doctoral student who is hard of hearing developed a robotic tadpole to examine how poison frog offspring signal hunger through body vibrations. The device replicates the wriggling movements tadpoles use to communicate with parents.
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Newsweekworld17 days ago
Trainer Names Five Dog Breeds Often Used for Emotional Support
A certified dog trainer identified five breeds frequently selected for therapy or emotional-support roles. Research cited in the report links dog interaction to lower anxiety and improved mood. The trainer also noted factors such as breeding lines and early health decisions that…
thesouthafrican.comworld17 days ago
Cat Sleeping Locations Reflect Instinctive Safety and Comfort Needs
Animal behaviorist Michelle Bernstein explained why cats choose sinks, boxes, and elevated surfaces for rest. Cats sleep up to 16 hours daily and rotate spots based on temperature and perceived security.
news.sky.comscience17 days ago
Loggerhead turtles dance when anticipating food in magnetic field test
Researchers observed loggerhead turtles performing spontaneous movements when food was expected. The behavior was used to examine whether the animals can associate specific magnetic signatures with feeding locations.
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Newsweekworld18 days ago
Veterinarian Says Video Calls Increase Dog Anxiety
A veterinarian stated that hearing an owner's voice without physical presence can create confusion for some dogs. Pet-sitting platform data showed rising searches for separation anxiety and frequent use of video calls by owners.
Science Newsscience20 days ago
Rotating-Eye Buoy Failed to Deter Seabirds from Danish Fishing Nets
A yellow buoy fitted with wind-driven aluminum flags painted as eyes did not keep seabirds away from pound nets off Korsør, Denmark. Researchers recorded more than 1,000 birds over 46 days and found the deterrent lost effect after 23 days. The study was published May 13 in Royal…
swissinfo.chfinance20 days ago
Study Finds Cows Recognize Familiar Human Faces and Voices
French researchers tested 32 Prim'Holstein cows and found they looked longer at unfamiliar human faces on video screens. The animals also matched familiar voices to the corresponding faces.
app.buzzsumo.comscience20 days ago
Study Finds Bumble Bees Roll Wooden Balls Without Clear Purpose
A 2022 study observed bumble bees rolling small wooden balls in laboratory settings. The behavior occurred without any apparent goal such as food or shelter.
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Science Newsscience27 days ago
Female Rats Prefer Gentler Tickling Than Males
A study found that female rats show a stronger preference for low-pinning tickling sessions compared with high-pinning ones, while male rats responded equally to both. The research used a treat-burying test to measure positive emotional associations after different tickling proto…
Forbesscience27 days ago
Study Examines Whether Companion Parrots Use Learned Labels for People and Other Animals
A PLOS One study published in 2026 analyzed vocalizations from 889 companion parrots collected by the ManyParrots project. Researchers found that 47% of reports included examples of name use, with 88 of 413 audio clips showing parrots applying names as labels.
Science Newsscience28 days ago
Study Finds Between-Group Competition Correlates With Greater Male-Female Size Differences in Primates
A study published May 13, 2026, in Biology Letters finds that greater overlap in territories and more frequent group encounters correlate with larger males relative to females across 146 primate species. The traditional focus on within-group male competition for mates does not fu…
ndtv.comfinance29 days ago
Titan Triggerfish Aggressively Approached and Bit Tiger Sharks in All Ten Documented Encounters at Fuvahmulah Atoll
Divers recorded ten separate interactions in which the much smaller titan triggerfish approached, bit or chased tiger sharks, which retreated each time. The encounters occurred both near and away from provisioning sites at one of the world's largest tiger shark aggregations. Forb…
defector.comscience30 days ago
Remora Fish Observed Entering Manta Rays' Cloaca for Protection
Researchers documented remoras entering the cloaca of manta rays in seven instances between 2010 and 2025. The behavior, called cloacal diving, occurred across all three manta ray species in three ocean basins. A study published on Monday in the journal Ecology and Evolution repo…
theconversation.comscience31 days ago
Pilot Whales Increase Call Volume to Overcome Shipping Noise in Strait of Gibraltar
Researchers recorded calls from 23 long-finned pilot whales in the Strait of Gibraltar and found the animals raise the volume of some vocalizations in response to vessel noise ranging from 79 to 144 decibels. The study, published May 7 2026 in the Journal of Experimental Biology,…
Science Newsscience33 days ago
Robot Dinosaur Experiments Test Whether Proto-Wings Could Flush Insects
Scientists tested a robotic Caudipteryx and animated versions on live insects and locusts, finding visual displays with protowings triggered stronger escape responses. The studies, conducted in Seoul and published in 2024 and 2026, explore possible behaviors of early pennaraptora…
japantimes.co.jpworld32 days ago
Japan Reports First Fatal Bear Attack of 2026 After Record Fatalities Last Year
Japanese authorities confirmed the death of a 55-year-old woman in Iwate Prefecture on April 21 as the first fatal bear attack of the year. Officials are investigating two additional suspected bear-related deaths. The incidents follow a record 13 bear-related fatalities in Japan…
mises.orgscience42 days ago
Primates in Despotic Societies Exhibit Less Adult Play Behavior, Research Shows
A study found that apes, monkeys, and their relatives in despotic societies are less likely to engage in playful behavior as adults compared to those in more egalitarian groups. Researchers examined this pattern in non-human primates, drawing parallels to human social structures.…
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pbs.orgscience56 days ago
Pregnant Tiger Arrowhead Hunts Turtle and Escapes Crocodile Attack in Lake Encounter
A female tiger named Arrowhead attacked an enormous softshell turtle in shallow water at lakes and then chased a small crocodile. Bigger crocodiles pounced on her underwater, but she freed herself. The events follow a prior incident where her grandmother Machli killed a four-mete…
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Unique Choreography Between Two Ant Species Involves Carwash Partnership
A unique choreography exists between two ant species, suggesting a distinctive partnership. In this partnership, one ant species provides a carwash service to the other. The New York Times reported on this observed behavior.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld59 days ago
Rescue Dog Shows Grumbling Reaction During Post-Walk Cleaning in Viral Video
A small white rescue dog growls and protests while his owner wipes his paws after a walk. The TikTok video from account fineboymiki has received more than 3.1 million views. Commenters described the dog's behavior as reluctant but compliant.
sciencealert.comworld60 days ago
Researchers Report Eight-Year Conflict Among Ngogo Chimpanzee Community in Uganda
Researchers have documented an eight-year conflict within the Ngogo chimpanzee community in Uganda's Kibale National Park. The community, previously described as close-knit, has split into factions engaged in territorial disputes. The study highlights patterns of violence and div…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewscience61 days ago
Researchers Observe Civil War Among Wild Chimpanzees with Parallels to Human Societies
Scientists have documented a civil war in a group of wild chimpanzees, marking the first such observation. The conflict involved violence and division within a once-unified community. Researchers draw comparisons to human civil wars, highlighting societal breakdown patterns.
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zmescience.comfinance61 days ago
Ugandan Chimpanzee Community Splits into Factions Leading to Deadly Internal Conflict
A chimpanzee group in Uganda's Kibale National Park divided into two factions in 2015, resulting in coordinated attacks and deaths over several years. Researchers observed the conflict, marking it as a rare instance of internal violence within a unified community. The event highl…
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Ars Technicatechnology61 days ago
Study Documents Chimpanzee Group Division and Intergroup Violence in Uganda
Researchers observed a chimpanzee community in Uganda divide into two factions, leading to the deaths of 18 individuals from one group. The event occurred in Kibale National Park and involved territorial conflicts. The findings, reported by Ars Technica, highlight patterns in pri…
Nbc Newsscience61 days ago
Study Documents Internal Conflict and Lethal Attacks in Uganda's Ngogo Chimpanzee Community
Researchers observed a large chimpanzee group in Uganda's Kibale National Park split into two factions starting in 2015, leading to coordinated attacks by one subgroup on the other. The western subgroup conducted 24 attacks from 2018 to 2022, resulting in at least seven adult mal…
Newsweekpolitics62 days ago
Dog Owner Corrects 4-Year-Old Rescue Dog for Barking During Work, Shares Video of Response
Fabian, owner of a 4-year-old American Staffordshire terrier named Donatello Espresso, raised his voice to stop the dog's barking while working from home. The dog responded by jumping into his lap and nuzzling his chest. A TikTok video of the incident has garnered over 18,700 vie…
citizen.co.zatechnology66 days ago
Seven Wildlife Moments Featured in 2025 Nature Photography Contest
The 2025 Nature Photography Contest included a category for humorous wildlife images, with entries from various global locations. Forbes reported on seven such moments, highlighting photographs of animals in unexpected situations. These images showcase the skills of photographers…