Unlocking the secrets of chemical signals
Witchweeds and smoke-responsive species have taken advantage of chemical signals, but not for the same reasons.
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.
Outback palms may have been introduced by humans
An ancient plant may have been carried to Palm Valley by humans.
Benthic foraminifera
This foram survived a mass extinction event, only to disappear nine million years later.
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.
