Creature : Science World Report

Jan 27, 2016 12:15 PM EST

Ancient Rodent Had A Large Brain, But It Wasn't Necessarily 'Smart'

In the latest study, researchers shed light on the brain evolution in primitive rodents.

Aug 12, 2015 10:03 PM EDT

Cape Parrot: Genetic Analysis Reveals Bird Should Rise Level Of New Species

New findings published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE supports previous research that the Cape Parrot should be elevated to the species level, according to a new genetic analysis.

Jul 21, 2015 08:02 PM EDT

Tasmanian Devil: Scientists Working On Vaccine To Save Species

Researchers at the University of Southampton in England are working on the development of a vaccine to save the Tasmanian devil from a rare infectious cancer that is threatening to wipe out remaining populations, known as Devil Facial Tumor Disease.

Jun 05, 2015 04:06 PM EDT

The Ladybirds' Poisonous Colors Warn Off Potential Predators

A ladybird is one of Britain's best-loved and colorful groups of insects. Yet did you know its brightness shows a bit more than how strikingly beautiful these little bugs are? It is actually a warning to predators about how toxic it is. The findings are published in the journal Scientific Reports.

Feb 03, 2015 10:18 PM EST

The Largest Rodent That Ever Lived Used Its Front Teeth Like Elephant Tusks

Scientists at the University of York and The Hull York Medical School (HYMS) have discovered the largest rodent that ever lived--a creature that may have used its front teeth just like an elephant used its tusks.