Chimpanzees Join the Celebration: Bonding Over Fermented Fruit For millennia, humans have gathered to celebrate and share drinks, but intriguing research indicates that chimpanzees may also engage in social bonding through drinking. In West Africa, wild chimpanzees have been spotted sharing alcoholic fruit—not in amounts sufficient to intoxicate, but possibly enough to elevate their spirits…
After Almost 60 Years, the Genetic Basis for Ginger Cats is Uncovered Nearly six decades of scientific inquiry have led to the identification of the gene responsible for the distinctive orange or ‘blonde’ coat of domestic cats. Recent findings from two independent research teams reveal that the vibrant fur seen in these beloved pets arises…
Officials at the Utica Zoo in New York have announced that they are deploying drones to locate a beaver that has recently escaped from the facility. The 2-year-old beaver, affectionately named Cauliflower, had been at the zoo for just a few weeks when staff realized he had vanished sometime before the end of Wednesday. Following…
As a 5.2-magnitude earthquake shook the area, a herd of elephants at the San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park quickly sprang into action to safeguard their calves. A video captured on Monday morning shows five elephants initially standing calmly before the camera begins to tremble, prompting them to scatter. The older elephants—Ndlula, Umngani, and Khosi—then move…
Fatu, who arrived at the Berlin Zoo in 1959 as a two-year-old, celebrated her 68th birthday two days early, as the zoo officially recognizes her birthday on April 13. Considered one of the oldest gorillas in the world, Fatu has far surpassed the average lifespan for her species. In the wild, gorillas typically live to…
In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists have announced the revival of the giant wolf from the Pleistocene era, thousands of years after its extinction, as reported by CBS News. Colossal Biosciences, a Dallas-based biotechnology firm, has successfully given birth to three wolves of this ancient species, which once roamed North America over 12,500 years ago. According…
A camera has seemingly captured a glimpse into a typical day for a group of wild boars, but keen-eyed social media users have spotted a striking detail in the footage. Brad Hoffman, a Florida resident, recorded the moment a mother pig was in the process of giving birth. The black pig, surrounded by her numerous…
An Ontario woman was joyfully reunited with her cherished cat after 7 years and 4 months apart, thanks to the pet’s microchip. The Windsor/Essex Humane Society announced on social media that the cat, named Julio, went missing in November 2017. Despite being microchipped, Julio “somehow managed to evade capture” while his owner conducted a thorough…
Meet Chowder the Bulldog: The Skateboarding Sensation Winning Hearts Online Chowder, a bulldog with an impressive talent for skateboarding, has gained a massive following on social media and recently gone viral for his remarkable skills. “We skate a lot with teenagers, and they always get a kick out of it,” shared his owner, Jami Delperdang….
Discovering the Four Smartest Dog Breeds Dogs are celebrated for their loyalty and companionship, but certain breeds stand out due to their remarkable intelligence. A dog’s intelligence can be assessed based on their capacity to learn quickly, follow commands, and solve problems effectively. Here are four breeds recognized as the smartest in the canine world:…