Zoology
To Stop Illegal Fishing, Send a Seabird
Illegal fishing is too big a problem for humans to handle alone.
What Do Dolphins Talk About?
In the latest episode of the Ignorance podcast, Diana Reiss takes us behind the scenes with some chatty dolphins.
How Darkness Can Illuminate the Insect Apocalypse
Insects may have been evolving to avoid light. So maybe we need to look harder for them.
Overthrowing the Patriarchy Through Ecstatic Sex
Zoologist Lucy Cooke uncovers the sexual power of females in the animal world.
What Oceanographers Can Learn From Their Animal Colleagues
When you need good data in rough seas, send in the elephant seals.
The Secrets of the Blind Salamander
These creatures of the dark are a remarkable study in evolution and longevity.
The Machiavellians of the Animal Kingdom
Want to see a power play in a group? Behold the mongoose.
Even Worms Feel Pain
An evolutionary biologist argues that animals could feel more pain than humans.
He Did Right by Animals. And Didn’t Take Bull from Anyone.
Bernard Rollin was a pioneer in animal rights. He left us with this scalding interview.
