Biology
The Horses of Medieval Times Weren't Much Bigger Than Modern-Day Ponies
A study of the remains of 2,000 specimens reveals the steeds were around 4 feet 10 inches tall
Dogs Can Tell the Difference Between Human Languages
Canines in the study could differentiate between Spanish, Hungarian and nonsense words
Sixteen Innovators to Watch in 2022
These trailblazers are dreaming up a future with cell-cultured breastmilk, energy-saving windows and more
Old-Age Record Could Reach 130 by Century's End
Analysis of supercentenarians suggests human lifespan may have no limit
Ten Scientific Discoveries From 2021 That May Lead to New Inventions
From nanobots to cancer treatments, nature inspires a wide variety of innovations
Remembering E.O. Wilson's Wish for a More Sustainable Existence
From a lifelong passion for ants, E.O. Wilson guided humanity to think of conservation
Finally, a Millipede That Actually Has 1,000 Legs
The title is often a misnomer, with many species falling hundreds of appendages short of a thousand. With 1,306 feet, this new insect lives up to its name
The Search for a Better Treatment for Eating Disorders
Cognitive behavioral therapy is working well for some, but scientists are seeking new innovations to help people with anorexia, bulimia and binge eating
How Tiny, 'Immortal' Hydras Regrow Their Lost Heads
A new analysis pinpoints different genes behind the tiny animal's ability to regenerate body parts
Smelling Moms' Scent May Help Infants Bond With Strangers
Even if the mother isn’t around, traces of her body odor on clothing may increase a child’s trust and comfort with others
This Giraffe-Sized Reptile Was the Largest Flying Creature to Ever Live
The pterosaur likely launched itself about eight feet off the ground before flapping away, solving the mystery of how these creatures could even fly at all
Florida Wildlife Officials Move to Feed Starving Manatees in Experimental Conservation Approach
The unprecedented feeding plan comes as more than 1,000 manatees—about 15 percent of the state’s total population—have died this year
The Ten Best Science Books of 2021
From captivating memoirs by researchers to illuminating narratives by veteran science journalists, these works affected us the most this year
With Falcon-Like Claws, This Aerial Drone Can Land, Grip and Perch on Branches
The quadrocopter was also able to catch objects tossed by researchers, such as bean bags and tennis balls
Outdoor Pet Cats Are Spreading a Brain Parasite to Wildlife
It is one of the most common parasites in the world and has infected approximately one-third of people globally, including some 40 million Americans
Playing Recordings of a Healthy Ocean Can Help Restore Marine Ecosystems
Scientists are using a 'fake it til you make it' approach to attract animals to coral reefs and other degraded habitats
Using Night Vision and A.I., Scientists Recorded Spiders' Entire Choreography for Web Building
This research could shed light on how the circuits in our own minds work since animal brains are built out of the 'same fundamental building blocks'
This Australian Zoo Is Milking Its Giant Funnel Web Spider to Make Lifesaving Antivenom
The Australian Reptile Park says the arachnid—nicknamed 'Megaspider'—is the largest individual of this species they've ever seen
This Fish Loses and Regrows 20 Teeth Each Day
The Pacific lingcod replaces its 500-plus teeth at a rapid pace, according to new research
Rare 'Cotton Candy' Blue Lobster Is a 1-in-100 Million Catch
The crustacean's bizarre blue hue could be due to genetics or diet
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