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6 of the world’s most venomous snakes that could easily kill you

April 27, 2025 10:29 IST

Venomous snakes possess venom that contains toxic substances.

5 longest living animals on earth (Some are almost immortal!)

April 26, 2025 17:26 IST

These longest-living animals have the remarkable quality of regenerating their cells infinitely, thus reversing the ageing process.

Discover the annual spring spectacle in Narcisse, Canada, where tens of thousands of red-sided garter snakes gather for the world's largest mating event.

Humans are not the only ones who honeymoon — snakes do, too

April 25, 2025 11:30 IST

Known as the Narcisse Snake Dens, this is the largest recorded mating congregation of snakes in the world

You’ll be surprised to know how much weight just one tiny ant can lift

April 25, 2025 16:14 IST

A 2014 study published in the Journal of Biomechanics reported that the neck joint of a common American field ant can withstand pressures up to 5,000 times the ant’s weight.

All about Northern Green Anaconda, the largest living snake in the world that weighs 500 kgs

April 23, 2025 14:30 IST

With its dimensions, it is now officially the largest and heaviest snake ever recorded in the world.

Explore the captivating histories of ten dog breeds, from beloved household companions to wild canines

From Labrador Retriever to Dachshund: 10 dog breeds and how they originated

April 22, 2025 16:26 IST

From the domestic breeds to the beautifully wild ones, here’s a look at ten dog breeds and how they originated.

Why you should not kill spiders on the spot

April 21, 2025 12:30 IST

As the temperature rises, so do spider sightings. The dry heat drives them indoors into cooler, darker spaces in the houses.

7 animals that can regrow their limbs

April 20, 2025 10:30 IST

The healing powers of the primitive not only act as a defence mechanism, they also help them stay alive and ahead when it comes to surviving in the animal kingdom.

How does a heatwave affect pets of different sizes?

April 19, 2025 18:30 IST

"Always keep water handy during walks and change it every few hours. You can also add ice cubes in their bowl," advised Darshankaur Khalsa, co-Founder of Pets of Paradise.

A young colossal squid has been filmed alive in the wild for the first time near the South Sandwich Islands (ROV SuBastian/Schmidt Ocean Institute via AP)

Know all about this deep-sea animal that can weigh as much as a school bus

April 24, 2025 18:48 IST

This marked the first verified in situ (at site) sighting of the colossal squid since it was formally identified over 100 years ago.

A King Cobra vs. Russell’s Viper battle is a clash between two of Asia’s deadliest snakes.

King cobra vs Russell’s viper: Key differences between two of the deadliest snakes found in Asia

April 16, 2025 18:30 IST

If these two powerful snakes were to face off in a fight, who would emerge victorious? Let’s break down their key differences and analyse a possible outcome

Do not ever step on cockroaches — here’s what you can do instead

April 15, 2025 12:30 IST

While stepping on a cockroach might offer immediate satisfaction, it's not the most effective or hygienic method for controlling these resilient pests.

What most of us recognise as a jellyfish is actually the final stage of their life cycle

Meet the jellyfish that can reverse ageing and live forever

April 14, 2025 18:28 IST

The secret to cheating death may have been drifting in our oceans all along

6 animals that have unique sleeping patterns

April 14, 2025 11:56 IST

According to BBC Earth, certain somnambulant strategies are based on protection, others on environment or even their particular characteristics. Some are just plain odd.

10 ‘spotted’ animals and birds in the wild

April 12, 2025 16:26 IST

From helping them find mates to bettering their ability to camouflage, marks on animals and birds serve various purposes.

Discover the true story of the dire wolf—an extinct Ice Age predator larger than modern wolves. Learn how recent science is bringing aspects of this ancient species back to life.

The dire wolves from Game of Thrones did exist in real life. But what happened to them, and are they really back?

April 11, 2025 22:30 IST

The dire wolf’s story is more than a prehistoric footnote—it’s a window into evolution, extinction, and how ecosystems respond to massive changes.

Why some cats are more allergenic than others

April 10, 2025 22:30 IST

There is some evidence to suggest that exposure to cats at a young age may reduce the likelihood of a person developing an allergy.

3 reasons cockroach infestation spikes in summer and what you can do to get rid of them

April 9, 2025 18:01 IST

With their resistance, cockroaches will outlive humanity. The only way forward is to minimise their growth environment and keep things clean.

The pistol shrimp, also known as the snapping shrimp, possesses an extraordinary weapon

Meet the marine creature that snaps like a gun: How the pistol shrimp shoots bubbles at nearly the speed of sound, creating shockwaves as hot as the Sun

April 14, 2025 16:56 IST

The pistol shrimp, also known as the snapping shrimp, possesses an extraordinary weapon -- an oversized claw that can "fire" underwater bullets made of bubbles.