There are many animals that can live both on land and in water. These fascinating creatures, capable of inhabiting terrestrial and aquatic environments, represent a significant advancement in ...

The Turritopsis dohrnii is a tiny jellyfish that can age backward. When their survival is threatened by injury or starvation, they will transform themselves into a polyp — an early stage of ...

Monogamy in the animal kingdom is rare. Only 3 to 5 percent of mammals mate with the same partner for life. It’s almost unheard of in the world of amphibians and reptiles. The exception is birds — 90 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Blue blood may look alien, but it’s one of evolution’s most ...

Nature is full of animals that can do amazing things. Crows can solve puzzles, dolphins can recognize themselves in mirrors, and octopuses are famous for escaping from almost anywhere. But then there ...