Giant and colossal squids have super-powerful eyes
Giant and colossal squids have soccer-ball-sized eyes that detect large moving objects at 120 metres.
Promiscuous queen bees produce healthier colonies
If you’re a queen bee, mating more than once means better genetic diversity and more bacteria.
The canary in the mine might not croak
A common North American frog is identified as the carrier of the deadly chytridiomycosis.
What do gorillas and humans have in common?
The gorilla genome has given scientists an insight into human evolution.
Spider silk: a new superconductor
This super strong, stretchy fibre is capable of much more than just catching flies.
Immortal worms defy aging
Forget botox injections and age-defying creams, a species of flatworm may hold the key to looking young forever.
Sleeping beauty
Dense hair and metallic colourations give a jewel-like appearance to the always-deathly spider fly.
Which animal’s DNA differs the most from human DNA?
Making a genetic comparison between species is almost impossible.
Tyrannosaurus rex’s killer smile
Scientists have examined T. rex’s dangerous dentures and powerful bite.
