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The Whalphabet: Scientists Come Closer to Understanding Whale Communication
Scientists from the New York-based Project CETI, with the help of artificial intelligence, have found patterns in the calls of sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) and translated them into a phonetic alphabet.
Giant Hummingbirds and Mini Backpacks
In May 2024, a new study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that what was previously considered to be the giant hummingbird (genus Patagona) was actually two distinct species.
Gobi Bear? Or Nowhere? Soon to be Extinct in Mongolia
The Gobi bear is a unique species of brown bear living exclusively in the Mongolian Gobi Desert. The cute but scraggly-looking bear, also known to the Mongolians as “Mazaalai”, is critically endangered, with less than 40 individuals left in the wild.
Sea Star Arms: An Exciting New Revelation
For years, scientists have been puzzled over the anatomy of these strange creatures. Sea stars, with no recognizable head, were thought to not have one. But new research published on Nov. 1 in the journal Nature reveals the complete opposite.
Coyote Encounters in Vancouver
The past year has seen a large number of coyote attacks reported in Vancouver. This year, 993 of 1083 reports were in the category of sightings of approaching and following, and 90 coyotes caused injuries or sickness, bite accidents, pet attacks, death, aggression to humans, and showed defensive/breeding behaviour.