Predators will start eating their own kind as soon as they have the opportunity
A new study highlights that cannibalism among snakes is more common than previously believed, often triggered by food scarcity and environmental stress.
Why are human babies so helpless at birth?
The article explores the reasons behind the helplessness of human infants at birth compared to animals, referencing new research from the University of Zurich.
The Misery of 'Flat-Faced Dogs' Suffering from Chronic Illness—Not Just Bulldogs but 12 Breeds at Risk
Flat-faced dog breeds, while popular for their cute appearances, face serious health issues due to their extreme features, according to new research.
No evidence of ‘secrecy’ over dog testing at London, Ont. hospital: report
A review found that dog testing at a London, Ont. hospital was ethical and conducted without evidence of secrecy, despite public backlash.
The Secret of Elephants' Whiskers Has Been Discovered by Researchers
Researchers in a study published in 'Science' have uncovered the unique properties of the whiskers on elephant trunks that allow them to combine strength and delicacy.
We Thought Dogs Remember Words. The Truth is More Complex
Recent research shows that dogs' ability to learn names of objects is largely influenced by their social motivation rather than memorization skills.
A 10 million euro building has been completed in Finland to study burps, among other things
A new research barn facility has been established in Finland with a 10 million euro investment to study dairy production and animal well-being.
'Animal Abuser Breeding Prohibition System' Clarified... Legislative Research Service: 'Possible in the Form of Court Order'
The introduction of a system to prohibit animal abusers from owning or breeding animals is being concretely considered for the first time in over a decade in South Korea, with multiple legislative proposals currently in the National Assembly.
For the first time.. a scientific project gives racehorses the right to choose
A research team from Norway and Sweden has developed a project aimed at giving racehorses a voice to enhance awareness of their mental capacities and emotions among owners and trainers.
Extract functional genetic material from an animal that went extinct in the 20th century
Swedish scientists have achieved a milestone by recovering RNA from a species extinct since 1936, which may be crucial for future de-extinction efforts and pandemic predictions.
NRCRI partners firm to process cassava peels into feeds
The National Root Crops Research Institute in Nigeria has partnered with Barn Holdings to convert cassava peels into animal feed, aiming to enhance food security and support the livestock industry.
Ai, the chimpanzee that recognized Chinese characters, has died
Ai, a female chimpanzee capable of recognizing over 100 Chinese characters and Latin letters, has passed away at the age of 49, according to Japanese researchers.
Scientists to Al Jazeera: Dogs are linguistically gifted and learn names 'by eavesdropping'
New research indicates that dogs can learn new words through eavesdropping, showing their linguistic capabilities as they react to familiar words even when they are not directly addressed.
New discovery: 70-year-old mammoth bones actually belong to whales
Recent research reveals that fossil vertebrae believed to belong to woolly mammoths for decades actually originated from an entirely different animal, whales.
Research reveals that some dogs can learn new words by eavesdropping on their owners
A study shows that certain gifted dogs can learn names of toys and new words merely by listening to their owners' conversations.
'Super gifted' dogs learn words: they can identify objects like 18-month-old children
Research has shown that certain dogs can learn the names of numerous objects, with some communicating as effectively as toddlers.
Xenotransplantation: Animal Organs Are Approaching the Clinic
Recent advancements in xenotransplantation, the use of animal organs in humans, have shown significant progress and potential in addressing the shortage of human organs.
The number of animal experiments falls below one million per year but the severity of tests increases
Animal experimentation in Spain has decreased in absolute terms but has seen a rise in the severity of tests, particularly among moderate and severe categories, according to the annual report from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.