More than 400 million years ago, the first sharks ventured through the dangerous seas of the Silurian age. Diminutive and seemingly insignificant, these fragile new…
Cendan Luis
Luis Cendan is the chief editor and writer for the Vertebrate Journal.
Author & Co-founder, luis@vertebrateblog.com
Animal Experimentation: Science, Ethics, and the Controversy
Advances in medical research have been among the most significant and beneficial events throughout the course of recent history. From cures for dangerous diseases to…
Oddities in Nature: The Naked Mole Rat
The naked mole rat is a strange little creature in nearly every way. Living its entire life in total darkness, this unusual rodent makes its…
Oddities in Nature: The Platypus
There is no shortage of unusual observations in the world of animals, with many diverse species employing unique and unexpected traits and behaviors in order…
The Great Grey Owl: Phantom of the North
The birds of prey are among the most renowned of nature’s predators. Mankind has long been aware of their fantastic predatory abilities, and as such…
Earth’s Alien World: Life in the Deep Ocean
For humans, the ocean has long been a realm of both intrigue and intimidation. It captivates our minds with its beauty and mystery, yet also…
On the Cognition of Crows and Ravens: Contemporary Research into Nature’s Brightest Minds
Crows and ravens have been feared, hated, revered, and worshiped throughout human history, constantly exerting a powerful hold over the psyche of people throughout the…
The Fauna of Madagascar: Fossas
The island of Madagascar is well known for its ecosystem of unique and unusual species, making it a destination for many scientists who seek to…
African Wild Dogs: The Savannah’s Elite Hunters
The African savannah teems with a great variety of impressive and fascinating creatures. Among these animals are some of the most recognizable and renowned, such…
Vultures: The Birds of the Dead
Seen by many people as symbols of doom and death as well as unappealing and disgusting creatures, the vultures are indeed in a tough spot…
Might and Mystique: The Amazon’s Elusive Jaguar
Shamans desired to become like it and adopt its strength and speed, turning the humans into fierce hunters. The people of the Amazon saw in…
Blood Sport: The Tragedy of Bullfighting
A large crowd cheers with great excitement as dust flies into the air in a massive arena. As the cloud of dust begins to clear,…