#zoology
Animals have complex social lives and form bonds and hierarchies within their groups. The formation of social bonds can be influenced by various... Read more
Sea cucumbers are marine animals known for their ability to expel their internal organs as a defense mechanism. However, this is not the only way... Read more
While sight and sound are the primary ways that animals communicate, many animals also use their sense of touch to convey information to each other.... Read more
The animal with the longest tail relative to its body size is the male Asian Paradise Flycatcher. The male of this species has a body length of... Read more
Some animals are capable of regenerating lost body parts or organs, but few can regenerate their entire body from a small fragment. One such animal... Read more
The world's largest type of marsupial by weight is the red kangaroo (Macropus rufus). They can grow up to 6 feet tall and weigh over 200 pounds. Red... Read more
Jellyfish and comb jellies are fascinating creatures that can be found in marine environments around the world. They are unique in their ability to... Read more
Many animals, especially predators, use infrared radiation (IR) to locate their prey. IR radiation is emitted by all objects that are warmer than... Read more
There is a common myth that the age of a seahorse can be determined by the length of its snout, but this is not true. Seahorses are unique creatures... Read more
Regeneration is the ability of an organism to regrow lost body parts. While many animals can regenerate certain body parts like tails, limbs or fins,... Read more