Chief Mouser: defending Downing Street from rodents
Larry, the 10 Downing Street cat, walks on the cabinet table wearing a British Union Jack bow tie ahead of...
Why do female wattled jacanas kill chicks?
Known for their striking appearance and unique behaviors, the wattled jacana (Jacana jacana) inhabit marshes, ponds, and shallow lakes in...
Do penguins engage in prostitution?
Beneath the icy veneer of their natural habitats lies a curious question: do penguins engage in what appears to be...
Why do male lions kill cubs?
Male lions, the charismatic kings of the savanna, are not always the benevolent protectors they appear to be. One of...
Do animals experience depression?
Before delving into the nuances of depression in animals, it's essential to recognize the broad spectrum of emotions they exhibit....
What is Pica behaviour?
Pica behavior manifests in a wide array of species, encompassing domestic pets, captive animals, and even some wild creatures. From...
Why rats experience activity anorexia?
Activity anorexia refers to a puzzling behavior where rats, in their quest for increased physical activity, paradoxically reduce their food...
Aoshima: Cat Island
Cats crowd the harbour on Aoshima Island in the Ehime prefecture in southern Japan February 25, 2015. An army of...
Is the pistol shrimp dangerous?
In the hidden depths of our oceans resides an unlikely contender for the title of the ocean's most dangerous creature:...
Why do snakes wiggle their head?
Snakes, intriguing creatures renowned for their unique movement and behaviors, often exhibit a distinctive action known as head wiggling, a...
