Frog power
No need for a trip to a remote, exotic location, this elusive amphibian has been living in plain sight — and some of its ‘friends’ might save our lives.
New treatment for animal cancer
A new software program could help veterinary oncologists target cancer cells more accurately.
Man-made noise affects plants and birds
The daily din we generate may have more of an effect on the environment than we originally thought.
Sexual competition has endowed ducks with enormous organs
Male Argentine lake ducks possess — in relation to their body length — the longest penises of any vertebrate.
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.
Uncovering the secrets of the deep ocean
After six years of research and preparation, James Cameron and his crew are ready to take a plunge into the Earth’s final frontier.
Unlocking the secrets of chemical signals
Witchweeds and smoke-responsive species have taken advantage of chemical signals, but not for the same reasons.
