The Reason Dodo Birds Went Extinct Is More Depressing Than You Thought
One of the most infamous cautionary tales of humanity's follies, the reasons behind the extinction of the dodo are even more depressing than you may realize.
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Theories Why These 7 Prehistoric Elephants Went Extinct
The world used to have far more than the current three species of elephants, and researchers have theories why these seven prehistoric species went extinct.
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5 Worlds Where Extraterrestrial Life Could Be Hiding
Life is tenacious and the universe is vast, so some are confident that extraterrestrial life is hiding out there. These worlds are the top contenders.
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10 Extinct Creatures That Would Destroy Earth Today
Evolution has produced a steady stream of now-extinct terrifying creatures, but if they were around today, some could destroy the Earth as we know it.
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What Would Happen If Bees Went Extinct?
It turns out bees are responsible for a lot more than just making honey. In fact, if bees were to disappear, it could lead to some catastrophic outcomes.
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The Crocodile Color So Rare You've Probably Never Seen It
Crocodiles are hardy creatures, yet even these tenacious reptiles surprised researchers after a group was found in a dark cave with a unique color scheme.
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5 Species That Could Dominate Earth If Humans Go Extinct
It may seem like humans are supreme among all of Earth's creatures, but some other species are quite capable of dominating the planet if we were to go extinct.
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What We Know About The Animals Evolving At Chernobyl
The Chernobyl nuclear power plant has been abandoned by humans for decades, but the animals never left. The ways they have been adapting are surprising.
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The Animal With The Most Powerful Punch Could Fit Inside Your Pocket
There are plenty of scary creatures on Earth (and especially in the ocean), but one of the most powerful might come as a surprise. After all, it's pretty tiny.
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5 Times Scientists Fought Back Against Invasive Species And Actually Won
Invasive species can be quite dangerous, putting entire ecosystems at risk with just their simple presence. But sometimes, researchers are able to fight back.
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Giant Footprints Reveal Another Hadrosaur Larger Than T-Rex
While the T-Rex is famous for its fearsome stature, recent research has shown that it wasn't actually the largest dinosaur. Nowhere near it, in fact.
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Not Even A Nuclear Blast Could Stop One 290 Million-Year-Old Tree Species
The destruction wrought on Japan by the atomic bomb in 1945 can't be understated. Yet, these trees somehow survived to become symbols of peace and hope.
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How DNA Evidence Finally Exposed The Potential Identity Of Jack The Ripper
The case of Jack the Ripper is one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in history, and DNA analysis might have revealed a suspect. But there's a catch.
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Alexithymia: The Obscure Phenomenon That Affects 10 Percent Of The Population
Psychology can be a pretty complicated thing, and that's doubly true of alexithymia, a condition that those who have it might find it difficult to describe.
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The Remarkable Comeback Story For One Of North America's Most Endangered Mammals
Usually, when a creature is considered extinct, it's thought to be gone forever. But that's not true of this species, which has defied the odds at every turn.
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The World's Biggest Spider Species You'd Never Want To See In Your House
Many people are scared of spiders, and that's for understandable reasons. After all, no one would want to come upon this huge spider in their home.
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The Correlation Between Standing On One Leg And Your Lifespan
Most everyone is interested in the latest tips when it comes to their health, and on that front, the ability to stand on one leg might mean more than you think.
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12 Venomous Species That Can Kill You In Minutes
There are many species with pretty scary defensive (and offensive) tactics, such as venom. These species in particular can be pretty intimidating on that front.
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The Invasive Species California Is Battling That's An Immediate Threat
Invasive species are causing problems all around the United States, and California is no exception. This species in particular has really wreaked havoc.
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Scientists Accidentally Created A Sticky Substance Straight Out Of A Sci-Fi Movie
Sci-fi movies feature technology that seems far beyond our current capabilities, but that isn't always true. This new material proves that much.
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One Of The Worst Disasters In Irish History Actually Started In South America
When it comes to one of the most infamous disasters in Irish history, there's still more to be learned, including exactly where and how it started.
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DNA Tests Revealed Skeleton Of Cleopatra's Family Member Isn't Who Researchers Thought
Nearly a century ago, researchers believed they had found the skeleton of a family member of Cleopatra, but they might have had it all wrong.
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There Are Creatures On Your Face Right Now And You Never Realized It
Microscopes have allowed us to discover a world humans can't directly see. But that's also led to the realization that these creatures are always on your face.
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What If You Fell Into Lava?
Volcanoes can be morbidly fascinating for plenty of reasons, as can the lava they release. But what effect might all that molten rock have on the human body?
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11 Prehistoric Creatures That Are Pure Nightmare Fuel
Prehistoric times were pretty strange, to put it lightly, and the same could be said of the species from that period. Here are some of the scariest.
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5 Birds That Are Actually Poisonous
When it comes to poisonous animals, birds probably aren't the first to come to mind. But there are actually a number of uniquely toxic birds.
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4 Ways Holding In Urine Is Bad For Your Bladder And Your Overall Health
Sometimes, you're in a situation where you can't get to the bathroom. That never feels great, but there might also be longer term consequences than discomfort.
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