Meta-analysis by research team from the universities of Bielefeld and Jena shows that in animals,…
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Zoology is the branch of biology that focuses on the study of animals, exploring their physiology, behavior, evolution, and interactions with ecosystems. From microscopic organisms to the largest mammals, zoologists seek to understand the diversity of animal life, uncovering insights into development, genetics, adaptation, and conservation. Research in zoology not only reveals the complexities of different species but also sheds light on broader ecological patterns and the impacts of environmental change. New discoveries in the field continually deepen our understanding of life on Earth and inform efforts to protect vulnerable wildlife.
Numerous animals may be vulnerable to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, according to a…
Most wild animals show a suite of predator avoidance behaviors such as vigilance, freezing, and…
Male chimpanzees who lose their mother early in life are less competitive and have fewer…
A new species of freshwater Crustacea has been discovered during an expedition of the desert…
The mystery of why zebras have their characteristic stripes has perplexed researchers for over a…
From shy ferns to idle meerkats and bathing king eiders, the Seventh BMC Ecology Image Competition has…
Mountain gorillas that live in oversized groups may have to limit the number of strong…
A paper published July 7, 2020, in the open access journal PLOS Biology outlines a…
What is important when you choose a home? Space, security, light — or a combination…
Southern elephant seal mothers have only one thing on their minds after weeks marooned on…
“Like a frog stared down by a snake,” goes an old Japanese expression, describing an…
University of Adelaide researchers have found that South Australia’s population of Grey-headed flying foxes, which…
Hunger is likely to be the main driver of stone juggling in otters, new research…
A new green pit viper species of the genus Trimeresurus was discovered during the herpetological…
Showy peacock feathers, extravagant elk antlers, and powerful crayfish claws are just a few examples…
Humans aren’t the only primates who like smelling nice for their dates. In the journal Current…
Lightweight wireless network enables precise mapping of bats’ social networks. To truly understand an animal…