New research has revealed that birds, reptiles, and mammals have developed complex brain circuits independently, despite sharing a common ancestor. These findings challenge the traditional view of ...

It’s already baffling how many incredible and strange creatures can be found on planet Earth, with there being well over 8 ...

Scientists found that evolution led bird and mammal brains to evolve separately, using different genetic instructions.

Two studies published in the latest issue of Science have revealed that birds, reptiles, and mammals have developed complex ...

In a new study published in Science, a Belgian research team explores how genetic switches controlling gene activity define ...

“Sometimes redundancy has a way of showing up under certain conditions; they’re not truly redundant,” said Michael Snyder, ...

Not all mammals are created equal. Though all wonderful creatures, some are more suited to human companionship than others.