Brandon Michael Sideleau, Charles Darwin University On January 4 this year, a three-metre saltwater crocodile heaved itself out of the water and up the beach. Nothing unusual about that – except this croc was on Legian Beach, one of Bali’s most popular spots.
Brandon Michael Sideleau, Charles Darwin University On January 4 this year, a three-metre saltwater crocodile heaved itself out of the water and up the beach. Nothing unusual about that – except this croc was on Legian Beach, one of Bali’s most popular spots.
Scientists hold the view that saw-scaled viper has caused more number of human fatalities than the cumulative total of all other snake species. Even though its venom isn’t the deadliest, as that title belongs to the inland taipan, the viper’s tendency to
Chinese scientists have embarked on an ambitious endeavour to delve into the depths of the Earth’s crust by commencing the drilling of a 10,000-meter (32,808 feet) borehole. As the world’s second-largest economy, China is venturing into uncharted territories below the planet’s surface,
While elephants are fascinating creatures, here are five lesser-known facts about them that many people may not be aware of: 1. Elephant Mourning Rituals: Elephants are known for their strong social bonds and emotions, and they exhibit mourning rituals when a member
The Common Krait Snake: A Venomous Black Beauty Introduction: The animal kingdom is home to a myriad of fascinating creatures, each with its unique characteristics and adaptations. Among the most intriguing of these creatures is the Common Krait snake (Bungarus caeruleus). Known
True cobras and false cobras are two distinct groups of venomous snakes that are often confused with each other due to their similar appearance and common name. True cobras are members of the genus Naja, which includes some of the most well-known
Snakes are among the most feared creatures in the world, and for good reason. Snakes have always been a subject of fascination and fear for humans. While not all snakes are venomous, those that are can be deadly. Some species of snakes
Color blindness is a genetic disorder that affects an individual’s ability to distinguish between certain colors. This disorder is caused by an abnormality in the genes that are responsible for the production of photopigments in the cone cells of the retina. The
Many people know modern dogs evolved from the gray wolf. But did you know most of the more than 340 modern dog breeds we have today only emerged within the past 200 years? Dogs were first domesticated during the Neolithic period between