The ruffled flatworm Pseudobiceros bedfordi (also known as the Persian carpet flatworm or Bedford’s flatworm) can be hard to spot with the human eye as they make their way through the reefs of the Indo-West Pacific. But individuals can recognise other members of their own species through their distinctive patterns, which prevents cross-species mating – and for good reason, […]
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Why Tree Roots and Underground Dog Fences Don’t Always Mix
If your yard has mature trees, you already know they make the property feel bigger, shadier, and more comfortable for everyone, your dog included. But if you’re thinking about installing an electric fence for dogs, those trees add a layer of complexity that most people don’t consider until something goes wrong. Underground fence systems rely […]
Petition: Help Protect Hedgehogs From Harm and Habitat Loss
In Germany, robot lawnmowers have become more common, often turning on in the evening to trim yards without human supervision. But this futuristic practice also means there aren’t any people to make sure the lawnmowers’ sharp blades don’t hurt innocent wildlife. And in fact, hedgehogs are emerging as a primary victim of these machines. Hedgehogs […]
10 deadliest, most venomous spiders on the planet: Are these dangerous spiders as fearsome and lethal as their reputation?
Spiders list among some of the most feared animals on earth, but is this reputation fair? It is true that some, including all on this list, can inflict a painful bite in the right conditions, but there are many myths surrounding venomous spiders and their perceived deadliness. Firstly, it is not the case that there are a […]
Chinese court cases reveal most trafficked rhino horns come from Southern Africa
Rhinoceroses, one of the largest groups of animals on the planet, are fighting a battle for survival because of a prized body part: their horn, which they use to defend territories, assert dominance and protect their young. But people use this keratinous horn as medicine, adornment and decoration. In traditional Chinese medicine, it’s believed to […]
Wildlife Tourism Tips: How to See the World’s Wildest Places Without Leaving a Mark
A ranger in the Maasai Mara once said something that stuck: “The animals were here long before the jeeps. They will be here long after. The question is what happens in between.” That gap — between a trip that quietly wrecks a place and one that actually contributes to it — is smaller than most […]
“This colossal, complex city – the size of 2 tennis courts with thousands of rooms, from classrooms to ventilation units – was built by millions of hard-working architects”
There are more than 14,000 species of ants known to science, though experts estimate there may be as many as 22,000 currently crawling through the undergrowth. At least 55 of these species belong to a group known as the leafcutter ants, which comprises three main genera: Atta, Acromyrmex, and Amoimyrmex. Contrary to popular belief, these ants don’t eat leaves. Instead, […]
Eighteen wolves found dead in Italian national park in suspected poisoning
The carcasses of 18 wolves have been found in an Italian national park within the space of a week in an apparent series of poisonings described by conservationists as the most serious crimes against wildlife in Italy in a decade. Authorities of the national park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise said eight wolves were found dead in […]