Rats could evolve to be as big as sheep
Feb 4, 2014The extinction of several large mammal species could pave the way for super-sized rats.
How old is the Grand Canyon ?
Jan 27, 2014New research has suggested that the iconic geological formation may be a lot younger than thought.
Scientists spot rare relative of the dodo
Jan 26, 2014Samoa's national bird, the Manumea, has finally been spotted for the first time in over ten years.
New river dolphin species discovered
Jan 24, 2014Scientists in Brazil have identified the first new species of river dolphin in almost 100 years.
Giant blue diamond unearthed in South Africa
Jan 22, 2014A rare and highly valuable blue diamond has been found in South Africa's famous Cullinan mine.
Why do birds fly in a 'V' formation ?
Jan 21, 2014Scientists have been able to determine the advantages of the distinctive formation for the first time.
Pesticides are causing bees to shrink
Jan 20, 2014Experts believe that honeybees exposed to common pesticides are becoming smaller and weaker.
Massive canyon found under Antarctic ice
Jan 18, 2014A huge subglacial trench deeper than the Grand Canyon has been discovered hidden beneath the Antarctic.
Dolphins are 10 times stronger than humans
Jan 18, 2014In terms of physical prowess, dolphins are able to put even the strongest human athletes to shame.
Lions in West Africa are facing extinction
Jan 15, 2014A recent survey has suggested that there are only around 400 of the animals left in the entire region.
Fish leaps from lake to catch bird in flight
Jan 11, 2014Remarkable footage has captured the moment a fish jumped out of the water to catch a passing bird.
Great white sharks can live up to 70 years
Jan 10, 2014The lifespan of the infamous great white shark appears to be far longer than previously believed.
100,000 bats rain from the sky over Australia
Jan 10, 2014A heatweave of epic proportions has had a devastating impact on Australia's bat population.
Giant crab kidnaps video camera in Fiji
VIDEO Jan 5, 2014Remarkable new close-up footage shows a large crab picking up a camera and carrying it in to its lair.
Ice-loving sea anemones discovered
Jan 4, 2014A new species of sea anemone has been found that clings to the underside of Antarctica's ice sheets.
Mystery worm can regenerate its whole body
Jan 4, 2014The planarian worm possesses remarkable regenerative capabilities that are second to none.
Boffins develop dog translation device
Jan 2, 2014The remarkable gadget known as 'No More Woof' can translate a dog's thoughts in to plain English.
New sea creatures found in North Atlantic
Dec 28, 2013Scientists have identified several new species hundreds of miles off the coast of Scotland.
Python kills security guard in Bali
Dec 28, 2013The guard got in to difficulties when he attempted to catch the snake outside a luxury hotel.
Dozens injured in Christmas piranha attack
Dec 27, 2013Festive revelers were set upon by a school of carniverous fish at the Parana River in Argentina.
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