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Evolution 3 hours ago

Near-complete skull discovery reveals 'top apex,' leopard-sized carnivore

A rare discovery of a nearly complete skull in the Egyptian desert has led scientists to the "dream" revelation of a new 30-million-year-old species of the ancient apex predatory carnivore, Hyaenodonta.

Plants & Animals Feb 15, 2025

Dingoes are being culled in Victoria: How much harm to the species is needed to protect commercial profits?

A Victorian government decision to allow dingo culling in the state's east until 2028 has reignited debate over what has been dubbed Australia's most controversial animal.

Paleontology & Fossils Feb 14, 2025

France finds smuggled dinosaur teeth in parcels bound for Italy

French customs officers seized nine dinosaur teeth last month from a courier truck transiting through the country from Spain on its way to Italy, they said on Friday.

Plants & Animals Feb 14, 2025

Shark attacks fall to 28-year-low in 2024

While sharks might have a fearsome reputation, the chances of being bitten by one are incredibly low. In 2024, just 47 people were hurt in unprovoked shark attacks—the lowest level in almost 30 years.

Ecology Feb 13, 2025

Paws at the border: Dogs help stop invasive pests spread by air passengers

A new study by researchers at the University of Melbourne's Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Risk Analysis (CEBRA) highlights the biosecurity risks posed by air passengers and emphasizes the value of border interventions ...

Veterinary medicine Feb 13, 2025

Study shows regular access to therapy dogs boosts first-year students' mental health

College students who spent a little bit of free time each week interacting with therapy dogs on campus during their first semester experienced fewer signs of stress and depression than those who did not.

Archaeology Feb 13, 2025

New radiocarbon dates establish 6,000-year time span for human remains pulled from River Thames

Chronology efforts led by researchers at Natural History Museum, London, and Historic England have produced 30 new dates for human remains pulled from the River Thames, establishing a chronological framework that spans nearly ...

Environment Feb 12, 2025

Certain packaging materials can show 70% lower emissions than alternatives

A comprehensive assessment by researchers, including Rafael Auras from Michigan State University, sought to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of replacing polyethylene, or PE, packaging like bags, films and containers ...

Plants & Animals Feb 12, 2025

'Pandemic puppy' owners report a greater burden of dog ownership

Dog owners who purchased a puppy because of the 2020 phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, or whose dogs have problem behaviors, experienced a greater burden of dog ownership, but most chose to keep their puppy, Bree Merritt at ...

Veterinary medicine Feb 12, 2025

Australians may soon be able to fly with their pets in a plane's cabin—but not every pet is suited to it

In some overseas countries, pets can travel with their owners in a plane's cabin, in a carrier under a seat.

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