Animals

Their intellect is equal to that of monkeys and their brain structure is very similar to that of humans.

According to estimates, there are about 85.000 of them, but the actual number is between 50.000 and 120.000 species. So far, at least 15.000 extinct species have been identified in the fossil record.

It was described by American ichthyologist David Starr Jordan, who recognized it not only as a new species but also as a new family and genus.

Along with a dog, several mice, and a dummy, one or two guinea pigs circled the Earth once and landed safely.

It is produced in the upper digestive tract with prolactin hormone. Its composition is similar to ma ...

Young are hatched from eggs stored within the female’s body.

Depending on the size of the prey, it can be crushed first, or eaten alive, starting with the head.

There are some who claim the process reminds them of xenomorphs. However, since the first individual ...

Melting glaciers expose narwhal to more frequent attacks from predators.

They usually form a monogamous pairs, but in some cases may seek for an extra partner. After copulat ...