Count Dracula's Thirst for Blood Explained by Science

Count Dracula's Thirst for Blood Explained by Science

Researchers identify the chemical compound that made the scent of blood utterly irresistible to Count Dracula

Wolves Can Catch Yawning from One Another

Wolves Can Catch Yawning from One Another

Study finds wolves yawn when they see others of their kind do the same

Caterpillar Turns into a Snake to Escape Predators

Caterpillar Turns into a Snake to Escape Predators

When expanded, the caterpillar's behind looks like a fierce snake

  • Nature
  • By Tudor Vieru
  • January 10th, 2014
Killing Off Top Predators Has Cascading Effects on Habitats

Killing Off Top Predators Has Cascading Effects on Habitats

Ecosystems are among the most complex constructs in the Universe

Habitat Size Limits Length of Food Chain

Habitat Size Limits Length of Food Chain

A smaller habitat will also equal fewer species, on average

  • Nature
  • By Tudor Vieru
  • November 8th, 2013
Snakes Can Boost Their Vision When Threatened

Snakes Can Boost Their Vision When Threatened

The reptiles achieve this by controlling their blood flow

Snail “Grows” Spots on Its Shell to Fool Predators, Protect Itself Against UV Light

Snail “Grows” Spots on Its Shell to Fool Predators, Protect Itself Against UV Light

This snail species inhabits ponds across Europe, researchers say

  • Green
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • October 18th, 2012
Dolphins Are Never Sound Asleep, Can Stay Alert for More Than 15 Days

Dolphins Are Never Sound Asleep, Can Stay Alert for More Than 15 Days

These animals never quit monitoring their surroundings

  • Nature
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • October 5th, 2012
Primitive Marine Plants Can Outsmart Their Natural Predators, Researchers Say

Primitive Marine Plants Can Outsmart Their Natural Predators, Researchers Say

Phytoplankton has been found to simply swim away from zooplankton

Magnificent Predator Dinosaur Had Little Use of Its Arms

Magnificent Predator Dinosaur Had Little Use of Its Arms

Researchers show it had only stubs for arms, and little control over them

The Evolution of Ears Predates the Evolution of Predators

The Evolution of Ears Predates the Evolution of Predators

This conundrum puzzles scientists studying how insects developed

Velociraptors Hunted During the Night

Velociraptors Hunted During the Night

  • Nature
  • By Smaranda Biliuti
  • February 1st, 2011
Ants Are Boss in Their Local Environment

Ants Are Boss in Their Local Environment

  • Nature
  • By Smaranda Biliuti
  • December 10th, 2010
Caterpillars Whistle Off Their Predators

Caterpillars Whistle Off Their Predators

  • Nature
  • By Smaranda Biliuti
  • December 1st, 2010
Cornfields Have Predatory Bugs' Protection

Cornfields Have Predatory Bugs' Protection

 
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