nature : Science World Report

May 02, 2014 12:40 PM EDT

Fork-Tailed Drongo Fools Competitors to Steal Food

When you take a look at the fork tailed drongo bird of Africa, you might be intimidated. Though the black-coated creature standing on two tiny legs is rather small, don't let it fool you. These guys are notorious for warning off competitors by mimicking the sounds of other animals.

Apr 30, 2014 11:40 PM EDT

For Female Horned Flour Beetles, Love Conquers All

In the end, love does conquer all. At least, that's certainly true for the female horned flour beetle.

Apr 25, 2014 12:02 AM EDT

Go Ahead, 'Horse Around': Study Shows Caring for Companion may Lower Stress Hormone

"Horsing around" doesn't typically carry the most positive connotation. Yet a recent study shows that young people who regularly work with horses may experience a significant reduction of stress.

Apr 24, 2014 01:12 PM EDT

New Mineral Discovered in the Polar Bear Peninsula (Video)

Thank University of Adelaide mineralogy researcher Peter Elliot for unearthing this striking discovery.

Apr 23, 2014 11:13 AM EDT

Extinct Species of Fly Discovered in Translucent Tomb of Amber

Meet the Burmapogon bruckschi: A newfound species of fly that lived during the age of the dinosaurs. The now extinct specimens were discovered in a translucent tomb of amber from Myanmar's Hukawng Valley, measuring in at just an inch long.

Apr 21, 2014 02:36 PM EDT

Blue-Footed Boobies on Decline in Galápagos

No one ever forgets a blue-footed boobie. Known for its bright blue feet and spontaneous dance moves to attract potential partners, the creature's dwindling population has unfortunately fallen more than 50 percent in the last 20 years.

Apr 17, 2014 11:50 AM EDT

Environmental Injustice: Pollution Higher in Poor, Minority Communities

Researchers from the University of Minnesota have uncovered a pattern of "environmental injustice," suggesting that minorities may be disproportionately exposed to areas near toxic waste, landfills and other pollutants.

Apr 11, 2014 11:54 AM EDT

Tiny Coral-Eating Flatworm Potential Threat to Coral Reef

Don't be fooled. Big things really do come in small packages, especially when it comes to the parasitic worm Amakusaplana acroporae.

Apr 10, 2014 11:51 AM EDT

Ancient Texts of 'Jesus's Wife' Deemed Authentic

A text dubbed the "Gospel of Jesus's Wife" has been accused of forgery. However, a recent analysis suggests that writings from the ancient scrap of papyrus are authentic.

Mar 31, 2014 11:23 PM EDT

Molars Extracted from Skeleton Reveal Secrets about the Black Death

Molars that were extracted from skeletons found near the new London railway may reveal secrets behind the Black Death.

Mar 18, 2014 04:15 PM EDT

Bumblebees are Remarkable Learners, Especially if Treats are Involved

Bumblebees may have tiny brains, but this doesn't mean they're incapable of learning great things. According to two studies conducted by researchers at the University of Guelph, if a tasty treat's involved, they can learn quite a bit.

Mar 16, 2014 07:34 PM EDT

MIT Researchers Develop Robot Fish that Moves like the Real Thing

Thanks to MIT researchers, their collaborative efforts have made a new aquatic robot that completely replicates the realistic movements of a fish by producing the illusion of the real animal.