When Gorillas Beat their Chests, They Really Mean It

A team of international researchers have shown that chest beats reliably indicate the body size of the chest beater. Body size indicates competitive ability in gorillas. Therefore this information is likely to be crucial for rival males, as well as females in influencing mate choice.

Who is Smarter? Sheep or Goats?

A new study investigated how well sheep and goats were able to navigate around obstacles to reach food.

Oh No! Turtles in ‘Horrible Shape’ say Scientists

According to a new study approximately 60% of the world’s turtle species are considered threatened or endangered, with tough prospects for survival, making them one of the most vulnerable groups of animals on the planet.

Fatal Attraction: Pipi Bats Drawn to Wind Turbines

Many different species of bats are killed by wind turbines worldwide. Researchers set out to examine just how widespread the problem of bats killed by wind turbines is, and to try and figure out why bats are killed even when wind turbines are constructed in areas where there are typically low concentrations of bats.

Frantic Rescue to Save Sea Turtles from Winter Storm

Source: “OUR WORLD” Original source: mypositiveoutlooks.com Facebook – Dozens of volunteers on South Padre Island are coming together to rescue … More

How to Stop Your Cat from Hunting Wildlife, Birds: New Study

The results of a new study reveal the solution to a problem many cat owners have: How do you stop cats from hunting birds and other wildlife during their outdoor time?

Giraffe BFFs Live Longer

A new study of giraffes in Tanzania has demonstrated that adult female giraffes who spend time in larger groups with other females live longer than less sociable individuals.