The Animal Kingdom is absolutely incredible. Full of taxa that are distinguished by characteristics that would otherwise be unimaginable had evolution not brought them into existence. In Part 3 of the New Beginnings series, we’ll take a look at all the different evolutionary groups bunched under Phylum Chordata, our last stop before Class Mammalia.
Tag: animal science
reducing animal trafficking to avoid future pandemics
Coronaviruses originate in animals and when transmitted to humans, cause severe respiratory complications. Scientists are looking to uncover the link between the SARS-CoV-2 virus and humans.
stop copying me: the phenomenon of mimicry in nature
“Stop copying me!” *sticks tongue out* But really, mimicry is one of nature’s most effective defenses against conflict and predation. Let’s look at how it works!
divergent: a brief explanation of speciation
How do different species of animals come into existence? What makes organisms evolve? Here we take a quick look at the term “speciation” and how it works in the context of evolutionary sciences.
SciComm Video Games | Episode 1 | Horizon Zero Dawn
Ever wondered about the biology, ecology, or evolution of some of video games’ popular allies and enemies? Wonder no more! Let’s dive into the true sciences of fantasy in SciComm Video Games!
what is a keystone species?
Keystone species are a critical element to many habitats around the world. Without them, entire ecological systems would collapse. Let’s take a look at some of the world’s most-recognized keystone species.
parasites: death comes in small packages
Parasites… bleh! Where do they come from? What do they look like? Why are they a thing?!
through the eyes, and from the heart, of a hunter
Hunting is not always bad. Regulated pursuit and take of wild animals can actually be an effective wildlife management tool. We discuss this matter with Kika Worldwide’s founder, Jake Franklin.
letter to the editor | re: should the government kill wild animals
Coyotes are one of the most persecuted species in North America. This feud goes back several hundred years, and shows no signs of slowing now. We must demand changes in the behavior of federal wildlife managers to make a difference in the welfare of America’s wildlife.
what NOT to do when faced with a coyote
People tend to believe that they can interact with wild animals however they want and don’t believe there should be consequences. This video is a clear demonstration of what NOT to do when you’ve spotted a coyote.
a grossly-simplified overview of human-wildlife conflict
The reality of human-wildlife conflict does not consider the animal’s best interests. Some animals await death after being trafficked for their body parts and fur, while others lack mental stimulation in cages.
evolve
Even in this day in age there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding evolution and what it truly is. This is a brief introduction to the topic of macro- vs. micro-evolution! Stick around for more science education articles on evolutionary biology.