Why you should count your chickens (and kookaburras, lorikeets or other backyard birds)
This year is the tenth annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count, which Professor Simon Griffith says highlights the important role citizen science projects play in our understanding of changes taking place in our world......»»
Reasons not to hug, snuggle or kiss chicks and chickens
Sometimes it hurts to dispel facts with science, but a Texas A&M AgriLife expert said even though there is a National Snuggle a Chicken Day (celebrated on Jan. 8), he hopes people don't hug and kiss baby chicks and chickens without proper awareness a.....»»
Astronomers discover a super-Earth located in the habitable zone
Astronomers have discovered a type of exoplanet called a "super-Earth" located in the habitable zone of its small star - and it's right in our cosmic backyard......»»
Clownfish “count” white stripes to determine if an invader is friend or foe
They attacked similar fish with three stripes more often than those with one or two stripes. Enlarge / Clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) seem to recognize different species of clownfish by counting white stripes. (credit:.....»»
Warm weather forces park officials to suspend Isle Royale wolf count for first time in decades
A stretch of unusually warm weather has forced federal officials to suspend researchers' annual wolf-moose count in Isle Royale National Park for the first time in more than six decades......»»
Scientists discover that clownfish count stripes to distinguish friend from foe
Anemonefish (also known as clownfish) are feisty little creatures, enthusiastically defending their anemone homes from intruders. And while it is sometimes fine to share with anemonefish of other species, it is never cool to cohabit with intruders of.....»»
Scientists pinpoint growth of brain"s cerebellum as key to evolution of bird flight
Evolutionary biologists at Johns Hopkins Medicine report they have combined PET scans of modern pigeons along with studies of dinosaur fossils to help answer an enduring question in biology: How did the brains of birds evolve to enable them to fly?.....»»
The 5 best smart telescopes for Android and iOS in 2024
These are the best smart telescopes for stargazing in your backyard, camping, or wherever you want to be. Sync your phone and go......»»
Expert explains why North American bird populations are declining
According to recent data, bird populations in North America have declined by approximately 2.9 billion birds, a loss of more than one in four birds since 1970. Experts say this bird loss will continue to grow unless changes are made in our daily live.....»»
Researchers map genome for cats, dolphins, birds, and dozens of other animals
Researchers mapped genetic blueprints for 51 species including cats, dolphins, kangaroos, penguins, sharks, and turtles, a discovery that deepens our understanding of evolution and the links between humans and animals......»»
Morrie"s Auto Group adds three stores in Wisconsin
Morrie's Auto Group bought three dealerships in Wisconsin, expanding its store count in the Midwest......»»
The first flowers evolved before bees—so how did they become so dazzling?
Colorful flowers, and the insects and birds that fly among their dazzling displays, are a joy of nature. But how did early relationships between flower color and animal pollinators emerge?.....»»
Marine biologist shows how computers are quick and reliable in counting seals
Computers can count seals from aerial photographs with lightning speed and reliability. Based on their spatial patterns, the tiny dots on the aerial images can even be assigned to one of the two major species of seals in the Wadden Sea. That is shown.....»»
Mismatched timing: How climate change challenges bird migration
How does climate change affect the migration routes of birds? Mainly negatively, according to a new study from Yali Si from the CML at Leiden University......»»
Latest Apple ad promotes Ceramic Shield: ‘Relax, it’s iPhone’
In a callback to Hitchcock’s 1963 horror thriller The Birds, a new 30-second Apple ad promotes the strength of Ceramic Shield. The video shows a woman cycling through a park, her iPhone mounted to the handlebars, and using Apple Maps for navigat.....»»
iPhone 15"s Ceramic Shield survives bird attack in new ad
Apple's latest ad is "Swoop," a 30-second spot promoting the durability of the iPhone 15 because of its Ceramic Shield glass covering.Still from Apple's new "Swoop" adLike a stylized remake of Daphne du Maurier and Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds," the.....»»
Apple Vision Pro AR preview and in-store pickup options
Can’t wait to get your hands on Apple Vision Pro? You can get closer than ever while you count the days ’till launch with Apple’s AR hardware preview. Apple is also saying more about launch day inventory at Apple retail stores in the US. mo.....»»
Physics of V-shaped flight formations offer insights into energy efficiency
Birds have inspired human flight for centuries, but Shabnam Raayai thinks they can also offer lessons in reducing energy consumption......»»
Waiting for Apple Vision Pro? Try the AR preview while you wait
Can’t wait to get your hands on Apple Vision Pro? You can get closer than ever while you count the days ’till launch with Apple’s AR hardware preview. Apple is also saying more about launch day inventory at Apple retail stores in the US. mo.....»»
Novel camera system lets us see the world through eyes of birds and bees
It captures natural animal-view moving images with over 90 percent accuracy. A new camera system and software package allows researchers and filmmakers to capture animal-view videos. Credit: Vasas et al., 2024. Who among us hasn't w.....»»
Albatrosses are threatened with extinction, and climate change could put nesting sites at risk
The wandering albatross (Diomedea exulans) is the world's largest flying bird, with a wingspan reaching an incredible 3.5 meters. These birds are oceanic nomads: they spend most of their 60 years of life at sea and only come to land to breed approxim.....»»