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'Mega momma' great white shark killed on drumline may reveal secrets about iconic predator
By Melissa Hobson published
Scientists hope the body of a pregnant great white shark killed on a drumline will reveal some of the mysteries of the species' reproduction.
Why do worms come out in the rain?
By Charles Q. Choi published
Earthworms commonly come out when it's wet outside, but why?
Weird photo captures secretary bird's third eyelid as it catches locust midflight
By Hannah Osborne published
The secretary bird photograph was among the winners of the 2024 Royal Society Publishing Photography Prize.
Orca gang develops brutal hunting strategy to take on the world's largest shark — 'This is a fascinating behaviour'
By Pandora Dewan published
The orca attacks appear to be led by a large adult male, suggesting that he may be leading the charge on this predatory behavior.
Orcas start wearing dead salmon hats again after ditching the trend for 37 years
By Sascha Pare published
Orcas off the coast of Washington State are balancing dead fish on their heads like it's the 1980s, but researchers still aren't sure why they do it.
Orca quiz: Will you sink or swim?
By Christina Hughes published
Quiz Have a go at our killer whale quiz and find out if you'll make a big splash or a major fail.
Dinosaur puke and poop help reveal how they took over the world
By Pandora Dewan published
Fossilized digestive material offers unparalleled insights into the dinosaurs' diets, feeding behaviors and parasites.
Green spoonworm: The female tentacle monsters that turn males into 'living testicles'
By Melissa Hobson published
This bright green sea creature contains a toxic pigment that protects it from predators, kills bacteria and determines the sex of larvae, turning males into a "living testacle."
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