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 improvements in surgical techniques, the knowledge obtained t...
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 home in underground tunnels below the grasslands of East Africa. It is part of a very ...
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 to survive in their natural habitats. However, in the world of exotic...
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 has revered these animals for thousands of years. These powerful birds, reco...
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 humbles even the strongest men with its power and, sometimes, merciless nature. For lo...
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 ages. Some cultures viewed them as the harbingers of doom, ...
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 study the adaptations which creatures undergo when isolated from the rest of the wo...
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 as the mighty elephant and the majestic lion. Yet some equally in...
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 when it comes to capturing the awe and wonder of humans. This is probably not much of a s...
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 its shiny, reflective eyes proof that it was connected with supernatural forces. The an...