Furthermore, the team monitored shifts in blood and hormones while the mother sharks laid eggs, explained lead-author Carolyn ...

Maybe you've seen a "mermaid's purse" while walking on the beach. Not actually an accessory for the mythical creature, these small casings are the eggs of sharks and their relatives. For around 455 ...

When we think of snakes, we usually imagine them laying eggs. But not all snakes do that! Some snakes actually give birth to live babies instead of laying eggs. This might sound unusual, but it’s a ...

Chameleons are among nature’s most fascinating reptiles, admired for their colour-changing abilities, swivelling eyes, and remarkable camouflage. But beyond these iconic traits lies another intriguing ...

Researchers from around the world have made a very cool toad-related discovery. They identified three previously unknown species of toads native to Tanzania, East Africa, who have the particularity of ...

While many creatures lay eggs or give birth to live young in familiar ways, some have developed unique methods to protect their offspring. One such strategy is mouthbrooding, where parents carry and ...

Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the University of Southampton, and specializes in animal behavior, evolution, palaeontology, and the environment. Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the ...