Wildlife Research

Scientists Capture First Evidence of Dolphins Using Shells to Catch Fish

Dolphins along Australia's east coast have been caught on camera using large sea shells to catch fish, giving scientists the first documented proof that this rare hunting trick exists outside Western Australia. The discovery, made in Hervey Bay, Queensland,...

First Silver European Eel Recorded in Cyprus’ Waters

Researchers at Bournemouth University have confirmed the first record of a silver European eel in Cyprus’ inland waters, marking the easternmost point at which the species has been observed in this life stage. The finding, published in the Journal of...

Pumas Now Prey on Penguins in Patagonia

Pumas in Argentina's Patagonia region have started eating penguins, and researchers say the behavior is triggering unexpected social changes among the typically solitary big cats. The animals, which returned to Monte Leon National Park after being pushed out by sheep...