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Male chickadees with better spatial memory father more offspring outside their social pair
A new study of wild mountain chickadees suggests that cognitive ability may influence not only survival, but also reproductive success. Mountain chickadees are small, socially monogamous birds that live year-round in the mountains of western North America. During autumn and winter, they hide thousands of food items across their territories and later rely on spatial…
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Octopuses use mirrors to find food they cannot see
Even so, the study adds another remarkable ability to the growing list of traits that make octopuses some of the most fascinating and intelligent animals in the ocean.
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The sound of rain accelerates rice growth
Overall, the work provides one of the first quantitative demonstrations that natural sounds, such as rain, can serve as a meaningful factor influencing the early stages of plant development, complementing traditionally studied variables such as moisture, temperature, and light.
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How to Practice Mindfulness While Drinking Tea
Sometimes, all it takes is a cup of tea—and the willingness to truly notice the moment.
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Plants may be getting nutrients from dust in the air, not just from soil
In simple terms, plants may not be feeding only through their roots.
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How Australian Magpies Learn Vocal “Language”: Evidence of Socially Learned Call Sequences
More broadly, the findings matter because they help scientists better understand the evolutionary roots of language.
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Mushrooms can exchange information
In a natural environment, fungi form dynamic communication networks and react quickly to the local appearance of resources.
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Deleting an account and user data
At Mammals of Europe/Ecosystem we are committed to your privacy. In accordance with Google Play’s Data Safety policies, you can request the deletion of your account and associated data at any time. How to Request Deletion If you no longer have the app installed, please email us at: lbogolubov@gmail.com Subject: Account Deletion Request Include: Your…
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Winners Announced for the “Travel Photographer of the Year 2025” Contest in the “Wildlife, Nature & Underwater World” Category
The top award in the single image category was given to a stunning shot showing a puma hunting a guanaco, capturing both the intensity and beauty of life in the wild.
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Birds of Europe – Field Guide: A Comprehensive App for Bird Lovers
With its rich content, user-friendly tools, and extensive species coverage, Birds of Europe – Field Guide is an excellent digital resource for anyone interested in the avian life of Europe.
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