A type of zooplankton, Daphnia pulex (a.k.a. the water flea) is a microscopic crustacean whose unique reproduction habits ...

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Scientists say new studies of fossilized jaw bones show that mammals began to evolve millions of years earlier than was ...

Using diving gear and modified underwater cameras, experts from the Cluster of Excellence Collective Behavior at the ...

The near-extinction of northern elephant seals left lasting genetic effects, shaping future conservation efforts.

When Charles Darwin first presented his Theory of Natural Selection in 1858, there was scant understanding about the ...

A new study reveals the surprisingly convergent evolution in the inner ear of mammals. An international research team led by ...

Animals have personalities too—and some animal couples raise their young better based on how well their personalities match. Greylag geese, which mate in long-term monogamous relationships, have ...

Researchers have discovered a well-preserved Devonian coelacanth fish in Western Australia, shedding light on the connection ...

The sea robin walks on leg-like fins that can taste the seafloor, showcasing evolution's clever repurposing of traits.

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Zoos and aquariums around the world need to undergo an evolution in order to remain relevant with the public, an ...