Animals

Researchers have identified a "rapid and extensive range expansion" of the golden jackal species in Greece, according to a new scientific paper published last month. In recent years, the golden jackal has been struggling in Greece and was listed as...

When holidaying in Greece, few pause and think of the dangers that could be lurking below the idyllic Aegean waters, but an academic paper published last month has revealed new insights about the frequency of shark attacks in Greece. The paper,...

A beluga whale, believed to be a former spy from Russia, has been spotted near the coast of Sweden, according to an organization that tracks these magnificent creatures. Locally known as Hvaldimir, this unique whale was initially seen off the...

Scientists have revised their calculations of the total number of Tyrannosaurus Rex that ever lived on Earth. New research indicates that a whopping 1.7 billion T-Rexes roamed our planet throughout its history. Back in April 2021, a study published in...

An orphaned bear named Thomas, who was found wandering alone in the area of Florina, northern Greece last year, was returned to the wild after being cared for in the facilities of Arcturos wildlife organization. The reintroduction of the wild...

Scientists have recently discovered a strong answer to a long-standing question about the earliest multicellular animal on Earth. For a while, sponges (Porifera) were considered the top contender for this title because of their simple structure, particularly their lack...

One of the world's oldest male lions was killed by herders in Kenya. The lion, named Loonkiito, was 19 years old and was killed in Olkelunyiet village on Wednesday night while hunting for livestock. The authorities in Kenya said that...

The issue of animal abuse in Greece resurfaced after authorities imposed a €30,000 ($30,060) fine on a 75-year-old man after his donkey, tied with a rope, got tangled and died. “This is the first time that the prosecutor’s office has...

Anyone who has visited Greece or Cyprus knows that both beautiful countries are home to many, many cats. Yet some people may be unaware that there are two distinct cat breeds, the Aegean cat and the Cyprus cat, native...

Sightings of purple jellyfish in the waters surrounding Greek islands have sparked concerns that a high number of the creatures could ruin the experience of beachgoers and swimmers visiting the Greek coast. Purple jellyfish, known scientifically as Pelagia noctiluca, are...

An ancient Greek formula, known as the Golden Ratio, that was used to identify "physical perfection" was recently adopted by pet experts to identify the cutest dog breeds. The mathematical equation, that compares the measurements, ratios, and symmetry of facial...

A group of researchers has found a way to turn a telescope into a microscope, inspired by the unique eyes of a sea creature. They accomplished this by modifying the mirrors and lenses used in certain types of telescopes. This...

For Greeks, the annual roasted lamb, slowly turning on the spit on Easter Sunday, is not only a mouth-watering delicacy but also part of a centuries-old tradition written into the national psyche. The event brings together family and friends outdoors and...

The picture of a whole lamb slowly turning on the spit over charcoal and the smell that accompanies it spells Easter Sunday for Greeks.

Scientists have identified a new species of bat, which is the oldest bat skeleton found in the world. This discovery has helped to fill in the gaps in the fossil record of these flying creatures and given researchers new...