Zoology
My 3 Greatest Revelations
The author on writing his new book “Crossings,” about the environmental destruction of roads.
The Tenacious Takahē
Once declared extinct, the world’s largest species of rail is returning to its former range in New Zealand.
How to Learn Without a Brain
Tiny box jellyfish are brainless—but they still make memories and adapt.
Where the Wild Bees Are
San Diego is a biodiversity hotspot for bees. Researchers need help documenting them.
Seahorse Love Works in Mysterious Ways
Seahorses don’t care if there’s plenty other fish in the sea.
Pandas Feel “SAD” Too
Many animals suffer from seasonal affective disorder. Scientists are just figuring out what that means.
Why Ships Kill Thousands of Whales Every Year
An interview with the documentary filmmaker who has spotlighted the deadly ocean collisions.
The Social Life of Bats
They sing, have dialects, reserve special tones for their pups—our reporter journeys to Mozambique to explore the unique communication of bats.
Why Are Marine Mammals Losing Their Hair?
Spikes in alopecia puzzle scientists—and may be a symptom of ecological disruption.
Thousands of Penguin Chicks Lost at Sea
Scientists monitoring emperor penguins in Antarctica recorded an unprecedented tragedy.
