#zoology
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
The hunting success rate of eagles varies depending on a number of factors, including the species of eagle, the type of prey, and the environment in... Read more
Symbiotic relationships between animals and microorganisms play a critical role in digestion for certain animals. These relationships allow animals... Read more
Seals are fascinating marine mammals, and determining their age is essential for understanding their life history and population dynamics. While... 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
The world's largest type of terrestrial arthropod is the coconut crab (Birgus latro), also known as the robber crab or palm thief. This species of... Read more
The French Revolution had a significant impact on the development of French zoology, botany, and natural sciences. Prior to the revolution, these... 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
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