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Contraception May Extend The Life of Some Mammal Groups by 10%
A surprising new study has found that blocking reproduction in some mammals may increase their life expectancy by an average ...
At first glance, this mammal looks like a horse gone terribly wrong. But, in reality, Chalicotherium is far from a botched ...
A large international study reveals that mammals tend to live longer when reproduction is suppressed. On average, lifespan ...
Whales, dolphins and other marine mammals are highly social, but those social ties can also help diseases spread through ...
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Naked Mole-Rats Prefer Low-Oxygen Air That Would Kill Most Mammals, Adding to Their List of Death-Defying Superpowers
These underground rodents are the first mammals found to actively choose air with lower-than-normal oxygen levels. Their ...
Despite being mammals, these remarkably cancer-resistant animals share a lot in common with cold-blooded species.
Mammals aren’t known for the ocular regenerative powers, but a new study shows that nature has a few tricks up its sleeve.
Earlier studies suggest that other mammals also glow under UV light, but the reasons why have been vague. Deer use the same ...
Fossils reveal dinosaurs were flourishing in diverse ecosystems right up until the asteroid impact ended their reign.
Visitors can wander through halls filled with dinosaur fossils, mounted mammals, minerals and global wildlife specimens.
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When Some Elephants Raid Farms, They Might Not Be After a Snack. They Could Be Looking for Medicinal Plants
A recent study suggests that the large mammals may seek out parts of bananas and papayas when they’re suffering from gut ...
In ancient Egypt, they were seen as guides and protectors, admired for their ability to survive winter through hibernation, a ...
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