Charles Darwin and the Beagle voyage
How the father of evolution’s five-year trip changed the way we think about life on Earth (Image source: Wikimedia Commons) How do you even begin to predict how life on Earth first emerged? As just...
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5 fascinating facts about dinosaurs
Contrary to their portrayal in films, many dinosaurs were actually feathered like birds, with the Sinosauropteryx being the first to be un- earthed by palaeontologists
How do animals navigate the night?
Discover the methods used by different animals to see in the dark
5 amazing animals that learnt how to use tools
Chimps can adapt twigs to fish termites from their nests and absorb water to drink from narrow holes in trees. They also use rocks as weapons and to hammer open nuts. Some have even been seen crafting spears.
How do chemical pesticides work?
The deadly chemicals that keep our food safe… or do they? Image by zefe wu from Pixabay The most widespread method of keeping pests at bay is by chemical intervention. Created with the ultimate...
The History of Christmas
From Ancient Egyptian festivals to current celebrations, how has history shaped Christmas around the globe? Image credit: Wikicomms/Richard Ernst For many people, Christmas is the most magical time of the year. While modern Christmas...
Meet the animals with built-in antivenom
How do some creatures survive being bitten and stung by the most venomous nasties on Earth? Image source: Pixabay Whether it’s the bite from a viper, a sting from a scorpion or the subtle...
