Animals are multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that form the biological kingdom Animalia. With millions of species ranging from the simplest invertebrates to complex mammals, animals are characterized by their capacity to move, reproduce sexually, and consume organic material. They play crucial roles in ecosystems, serving as predators, prey, and pollinators, among other functions. Animals also hold significant importance in human society, not only as companions and laborers but also in cultural, economic, and scientific contexts. Research on various animal species contributes to our understanding of biology, genetics, and the natural world, offering insights into human physiology and the history of life on Earth.
A study shows that the energy costs of animal reproduction are significantly higher than once thought, mainly due to indirect costs like gestation. This discovery…
Penn State research indicates that female giraffes’ long necks, crucial for accessing deep-set leaves, might drive their evolution, highlighting the need for conservation efforts. Why…
New research shows that chickens were extensively bred throughout southern Central Asia from 400 BCE to the medieval era, and their spread was probably facilitated…
Research shows that chicks just hatched are able to identify objects visually, despite only having encountered them through tactile sensations previously. Newly hatched chicks, reared…
Firsthand accounts of wolves hunting and successfully capturing a harbor seal, and another instance of a wolf pack preying on and consuming a sea otter…
Social distancing when sick has become second nature to many of us in the past few years, but some sick animals appear to take a…
Researchers uncover the molecular mechanisms that schedule meal timings and their synchronization with daily cycles. Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have conducted a study using…
Man’s best friend is as treat-obsessed as we all thought. In a recent study conducted by psychologists at the University of Florida, 90% of dogs…
A recent study successfully isolated and sequenced century-old RNA molecules from a Tasmanian tiger specimen preserved at room temperature in a museum collection. This achievement…
One proven method for tracking down the genetic origins of diseases is to knock out a single gene in animals and study the consequences this…
The findings reveal that wild horses, just like humans, live in a complex, multilevel society. The organization and even past and future shifts in group…
Remembering the order of information is crucial when engaging in dialogues, organizing daily activities, or pursuing education. A recent study in the scientific journal PLOS…
Rising numbers of wild pigs and macaque monkeys in Southeast Asia pose risks to native forests and could lead to disease spread among livestock and…
A recent study by Harvard Law School and New York University highlights the potential threat of future pandemics from animal industries in the United States….
New research provides unique insight into orangutan reactions to new experiences in the wild. Humans have an innate drive to explore the unknown. When faced…
According to an analysis of eggshell fragments found at the Old Town archaeological site, scarlet macaws (Ara macao) were being bred in what is now…
Researchers examined samples of unprocessed pheasant dog food and found that a significant number of these samples contained elevated levels of lead, which could potentially…
New research suggests that young chimpanzees meld various gestures, sounds, and facial cues in a manner that echoes how communication develops in human infants. The…