6 results for "animal behavior"
🌍 Planet WinsAnimals From Whales to Wallabies Share Culture Like Humans
Scientists now have overwhelming evidence that animals across the kingdom learn from each other and pass down cultural behaviors, just like people do. This discovery is changing how we understand nature and our place in it.
🌍 Planet WinsCheetah Cubs Learn to Hunt in New National Geographic Series
Young cheetahs took their first wobbly steps toward independence as cameras captured their hilarious hunting debut in the wild. One cub even got chased by its would-be prey, proving that becoming a skilled predator takes practice.
🌍 Planet WinsSame-Sex Behavior in Primates Aids Survival, Study Finds
A groundbreaking study of 491 primate species reveals that same-sex behavior is widespread across apes and monkeys, serving as an evolutionary advantage for survival. Scientists found these behaviors help animals reduce conflict, build bonds, and navigate complex social groups.
🌍 Planet WinsBBC Earth Releases 3-Hour Wildlife Marvel Narrated by David Attenborough
Nature lovers have a reason to celebrate as BBC Earth unveils an extraordinary three-hour compilation of the planet's most magnificent wildlife moments, brought to life by the beloved Sir David Attenborough. From dramatic animal encounters to remarkable biological transformations, this visual journey showcases the breathtaking wonder of our natural world.
🚀 InnovationBrilliant Border Collies Learn Words by Eavesdropping, Vienna Study Reveals
Researchers at the University for Veterinary Medicine in Vienna have discovered that exceptionally gifted dogs can learn the names of objects simply by overhearing human conversations, demonstrating remarkable social intelligence. These talented canines, including border collies and other breeds, successfully learned toy names with about 80% accuracy just from listening in, nearly matching their learning from direct instruction.
🚀 InnovationIncredible Winter Survival: Squirrels Engineer Complex Snow Tunnel Systems
Nature's brilliant engineers are at it again! Squirrels create elaborate underground snow tunnel networks each winter to navigate safely to their hidden food stores, showcasing remarkable memory and survival skills that scientists are only beginning to fully understand.