How Twain the Whale May Help SETI Meet Extraterrestrials
How a curious humpback whale named Twain may help SETI learn to detect and understand intelligent signals from space. Continue reading How Twain the Whale May Help SETI Meet Extraterrestrials
Category: Nature
Nature and Indigenous Wisdom Were Loud and Clear at the G7
Nature surrounded the G7 while Tsuut’ina Minor Chief Steven Crowchild called for the protection of water, the lifeblood of Mother Earth. Continue reading Nature and Indigenous Wisdom Were Loud and Clear at the G7
Was Bob the Owl a Messenger From a Departed Loved One?
A 98-year-old grandmother, Ranna received weekly visits Bob the Owl on her patio. Was this bird actually a messenger from her late husband? Continue reading Was Bob the Owl a Messenger From a Departed Loved One?
Wasps Make Amazing Mothers and Other Examples of Animal Intelligence
While human intelligence may be questionable, scientists have discovered that fish, wasps and birds are smarter than previously thought. Continue reading Wasps Make Amazing Mothers and Other Examples of Animal Intelligence
Turtle Island and a Message from Mother Nature
Synchronicities abound with turtles and tortoises, leading to a story about Turtle Island and a message about Mother Nature. Continue reading Turtle Island and a Message from Mother Nature
From a Fish’s Gills to Your Ears
Scientists trace the evolution of our outer ears to the gills of ancient fish. If not for our perception of time, could we say we are fishes? Continue reading From a Fish’s Gills to Your Ears
Trials By Fire and God’s ‘Worthless’ Creations
America faces trials by fire and severe climate change. A Bible salesman says a ‘worthless’ fish was partly to blame and not climate change. Continue reading Trials By Fire and God’s ‘Worthless’ Creations
On Flaming Teslas, the Oil Oligarchs, and Low Emission Cows
How is anyone who cares about the environment supposed to feel now that the oil oligarchs have taken over to ‘drill baby, drill?’ Continue reading On Flaming Teslas, the Oil Oligarchs, and Low Emission Cows
The Entire Body is More Like the Brain Than Previously Known
Researchers from NY open new doors on how memory works, suggesting ‘in the future, we will need to treat our body more like the brain.’ Continue reading The Entire Body is More Like the Brain Than Previously Known
The Poopcopter: ‘Like a UFO But It’s Abducting Dog Poop’
A man created a prototype called a ‘Poopcopter,’ which could carry away not-so-pleasant packages left by your dog. Continue reading The Poopcopter: ‘Like a UFO But It’s Abducting Dog Poop’
Looking In Your Dog’s Eyes Forms Brain Connections
A study finds or the first time that two species, humans and dogs form brain connections with each other partly through eye contact. Continue reading Looking In Your Dog’s Eyes Forms Brain Connections
Universities Rent Organoids of Human Brain Neurons for ‘Wetware’ Experiments
Universities around the world are renting organoids made of living human neurons to conduct computing experiments over the Internet. Continue reading Universities Rent Organoids of Human Brain Neurons for ‘Wetware’ Experiments
A White Crow Named Hope and a ‘Fairy Story’ Of an Animal Uprising
A civil rights lawyer and wildlife rehabilitator saves Hope, a white crow and a raven who chose his own name before starting a new life. Continue reading A White Crow Named Hope and a ‘Fairy Story’ Of an Animal Uprising
Resurrecting the Aurochs to Help Rewild and Restore Nature
Aurochs went extinct about 400 years ago, but thanks to rewilding efforts, they, like the buffalo, are returning to help restore nature. Continue reading Resurrecting the Aurochs to Help Rewild and Restore Nature
What Does the Birth of the White Buffalo Calf in the Wild Mean for the World?
The birth of a white buffalo calf in Yellowstone is a cause for wonder. For Native Americans, the meaning holds a blessing and a warning. Continue reading What Does the Birth of the White Buffalo Calf in the Wild Mean for the World?
Scientist Who Created Origami Microscopes Observes a Tiny ‘Origami’ Creature
A researcher used his origami microscope to observe a tiny predator with a body that uses origami structures to stretch to incredible lengths. Continue reading Scientist Who Created Origami Microscopes Observes a Tiny ‘Origami’ Creature
Young Student Shines Light On ‘Mystery’ of Why Green Sea Turtles Are Developing Tumors
A young scientist who loved green sea turtles he saw in Hawaii decided to find out why they were coming down with deadly tumors. Continue reading Young Student Shines Light On ‘Mystery’ of Why Green Sea Turtles Are Developing Tumors
Fishes May Be Among The First Aboard A Real-Life ‘Ark’ On the Moon
Among the first in line for a lunar ‘Noah’s Ark’ or biorepository are cryopreserved fishes, including a species called the Starry goby. Continue reading Fishes May Be Among The First Aboard A Real-Life ‘Ark’ On the Moon
An Invasion of Glowing ‘Pickles’ May Be New Normal Off Northwest Coast
Once rare, an invasion of glowing sea pickles called pyrosomes may be the ‘new normal’ in the oceans near Oregon. Why are they appearing? Continue reading An Invasion of Glowing ‘Pickles’ May Be New Normal Off Northwest Coast
Returning to Ancient Gardening Methods May Help Save the Coffee Industry
Modeling agricultural practices to work with nature rather than against it will help save coffee. But it could also help save us all. Continue reading Returning to Ancient Gardening Methods May Help Save the Coffee Industry
Chris and Emily Bledsoe On the Orbs and Spiritual Beings Surrounding All Life
What are the orbs that have been visiting the Bledsoe family for years? They talk about it in an in-depth interview with Danny Jones. Continue reading Chris and Emily Bledsoe On the Orbs and Spiritual Beings Surrounding All Life
Why a Comparison of Luke Skywalker to Implants Tested in Monkeys is Causing a Disturbance in the Force
Elon Musk invokes a Jedi, Luke Skywalker to describe brain implant technology amid claims of animal cruelty in up to 12 monkeys. Continue reading Why a Comparison of Luke Skywalker to Implants Tested in Monkeys is Causing a Disturbance in the Force
Scientists Switch On the Ability for Virgin Births in Animals
Scientists edit genes to allow common fruit flies to reproduce through parthenogenesis. But can they do it in mammals or even people? Continue reading Scientists Switch On the Ability for Virgin Births in Animals
World’s Largest ‘Octopus Garden’ Found off the California Coast
It’s the largest known consortium of octopuses on Earth but scientists think there may be many others to discover. Continue reading World’s Largest ‘Octopus Garden’ Found off the California Coast
Ancient Small Whale Found Near the Nile Named After Pharaoh Tutankhamun
An ancient tiny whale named for King Tut or Tutankhamun and another whale with four legs named for Egyptian deity Anubis Continue reading Ancient Small Whale Found Near the Nile Named After Pharaoh Tutankhamun
Tiny but Mighty Ways Monarch Butterflies and Moths Survive in the Air
Scientists find moths have invisibility cloaks to avoid bats, while others find a secret weapon in a Monarch butterfly’s spots. Continue reading Tiny but Mighty Ways Monarch Butterflies and Moths Survive in the Air
Ultra-Rare Orange Lobster Joins Rainbow of Colorful Crustaceans Caught Near Maine
An extremely rare orange lobster has joined resident blue, yellow, and other colorful lobsters living at the University of New England. Continue reading Ultra-Rare Orange Lobster Joins Rainbow of Colorful Crustaceans Caught Near Maine
Why Insects are Drawn to Artificial Lights Like a Moth to a Flame
For years, entomologists have been constantly asked why insects come to porch lights but there’s never been a definite answer. But now, scientists have what they consider the most plausible answer, and it may not be what you expect. Continue reading Why Insects are Drawn to Artificial Lights Like a Moth to a Flame
How the Irish Elk Challenged People’s Ideas of the World
The Irish Elk was the world’s largest deer, and the fossils challenged people’s views of extinction, evolution, and consciousness. Continue reading How the Irish Elk Challenged People’s Ideas of the World
Biophilic Design Recognizes We’re Healthier Surrounded By Nature
Biophilic design challenges the system of isolation from nature, surrounding us with natural elements to improve health and well-being. Continue reading Biophilic Design Recognizes We’re Healthier Surrounded By Nature
Scientists Seek Evidence Of ‘Wood Wide Web’ As Others Make Mushroom Computers
Scientists review the concept of the wood wide web and call for more research while others are making wetware computers with mushrooms. Continue reading Scientists Seek Evidence Of ‘Wood Wide Web’ As Others Make Mushroom Computers
Insect Consciousness: Our Rapidly Changing Perspective on Bugs and Other Animals
People rely on insects to survive and now scientists think they may have some form of consciousness, emotions, and even personalities. Continue reading Insect Consciousness: Our Rapidly Changing Perspective on Bugs and Other Animals
Rare Bunnies Are Flagship Species in Year of the Rabbit
Two rare rabbits from Japan are flagship species for conservation and biodiversity as we enter the reflective Year of the Rabbit. Continue reading Rare Bunnies Are Flagship Species in Year of the Rabbit
Documentary Explores Flying Elk and Hunters Carried Off By UFOs
The documentary asks interesting questions about why possibly “extra-dimensional beings,” as a former FBI agent put it, might be interested in specific animals. Continue reading Documentary Explores Flying Elk and Hunters Carried Off By UFOs
Scientists Find Insects Have Profound Effect on Electrical Fields
We’ve all heard the metaphor of a butterfly flapping its wings and causing a hurricane across the world. Well, now, scientists found that honeybees can change the electric fields of the atmosphere in a big way. Continue reading Scientists Find Insects Have Profound Effect on Electrical Fields
Return of the Bison Brings Hope and Heals Environment
Once numbering in the millions, the bison are returning and bringing a green wave.
Continue reading Return of the Bison Brings Hope and Heals Environment
Researchers Mimic Nature at the Atomic Scale and Make Quantum Leap
Quantum computing just took a big leap based on building tiny quantum processors after the atomic model of molecules found in nature. Continue reading Researchers Mimic Nature at the Atomic Scale and Make Quantum Leap
Military Listens to Sea Life Sounds to Detect Threats – Could Spare Whales
A military project uses underwater mics to listen to sea life. By doing so, they can detect human threats and spare whales from deadly military sonar. Bonus: The tech could help scientists understand the human impact on ocean life. Continue reading Military Listens to Sea Life Sounds to Detect Threats – Could Spare Whales
‘Strange Beast’ Fossil Related to Giraffes Named for Mythical Ancient Creature
Scientists find a ‘strange beast’ fossil in China. Later, they learn it is an ancient giraffe relative and name it for a bizarre mythological creature. Continue reading ‘Strange Beast’ Fossil Related to Giraffes Named for Mythical Ancient Creature
Researchers Suggest They Found ‘New Law of Nature’ in Symmetry, Or Did They?
Researchers suggest they have found something like a ‘new law of nature,’ in life’s preference for symmetry. But does it sound a whole lot like an ancient concept? Continue reading Researchers Suggest They Found ‘New Law of Nature’ in Symmetry, Or Did They?