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Science news
New species of tropical moth from Guyana discovered in Port Talbot living room
A new species of moth has been discovered 7,000 kilometres from home.
2 October 2024 -
What on Earth?
Snakes: Super senses, stretchy jaws and deadly venom
Get the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about these fascinating, slithering reptiles.
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Anthropocene
California condor: Saving North America’s biggest bird
It took a controversial conservation tactic to prevent these giant vultures from going extinct.
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Science news
Penguins and albatrosses have a ‘touch sensor’ in their beak
Some seabirds might have a ‘sixth sense’ at the end of their beak, new research reveals.
18 September 2024