nature

A team of scientists turned male mosquitoes deaf. Here’s why

A team from the University of California studied Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which annually infect approximately 400 million people.

Which is the scariest animal in the Savanah? Study reveals surprising answer

A research team from Western University conducted experiments in Kruger National Park, playing recordings of various sounds, including human conversations and hunting noises, at waterholes.

Archaeologists discover submerged Nabataean temple off Italy’s coast

The temple, estimated to be at least 2,000 years old, was likely built by Arabian immigrants from the Nabataean culture, marking it as the first known temple built by them outside of the Middle East.

Cassius, world's largest captive crocodile, dies in Australia

At over 110 years old, he was a major attraction at Marineland Melanesia, mesmerizing crowds with his elegance.

Jerusalem physician outlines benefits of homeopathy in European pediatric journal

Homeopaths claim that substances that can cause symptoms when given to generally healthy people can be used in tiny doses to stimulate healing responses,

The real-life horror of cordyceps: nature's zombie-making fungi

Entomophthora muscae infects flies and manipulates their behavior to spread spores.

Animals regularly consume alcohol in the wild, new study finds

Researchers question the belief that animal alcohol consumption is accidental, suggesting many species habitually ingest ethanol from fermented fruits.

Mount Fuji snowless at end of October for first time in 130 years

Japan's hottest summer on record contributes to snowfall delay on mountain.

Supreme Court of Sweden to review meteorite ownership dispute

In Svea Court of Appeal, landowner won; meteorite hunters appeal to highest court.

One-Third of tree species face extinction, threatening ecosystems and global economy

The risk of extinction for tree species surpasses the combined threat levels faced by birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts.

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