Turtles' brains shed light on evolutionary developments dating back hundreds of millions of years

A new study from the School of Neurobiology, Biochemistry, and Biophysics reveals a surprising insight into the operation of the ancestral brain: the visual cortex of turtles is capable of detecting ...
AZ Animals

Can a Sea Turtle Survive with Only Three Flippers? Scientists Are Watching Closely

Rehabilitated in Florida, a tagged loggerhead named Pyari may reveal how injured turtles adapt to currents, feeding, and migration.
Popular Science

Veronika the Cow shocks scientists by using a tool

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The smart animal club continues to add new members, and the newest ...
CNN

Video shows cow using a brush to scratch its back in first described case of tool use in cattle

How does a cow scratch an itch on its back? An Austrian cow named Veronika has a solution that could change how we view livestock. For the past decade, Veronika has been observed by her owner ...
CBS News 8

Sabrina Carpenter and Franklin the Turtle publisher condemn Trump administration's use of their work

WASHINGTON(AP) — Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and the publisher of the beloved children’s character Franklin the Turtle are disavowing the Trump administration’s use of their music and imagery to ...
The Daily Dot

“Stands for kindness”: Publisher condemns Pete Hegseth’s use of Franklin the Turtle in parody meme

The publishers behind Franklin the Turtle books have issued a response after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth co-opted the beloved kids' character to push a violent MAGA agenda. Over the weekend, ...
PBS

Sabrina Carpenter, Franklin the Turtle publisher condemn the Trump administration's use of their work on social media

WASHINGTON (AP) — Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and the publisher of the beloved children's character Franklin the Turtle are disavowing the Trump administration's use of their music and imagery to ...