Mammals native to these regions exhibit a range of adaptations that enhance oxygen uptake, transport, and utilisation.

When a virus jumps from one species to another, it doesn’t necessarily mean it is well-adapted to the new host. Initial spillovers often result in limited infections, as the virus may struggle ...

Mammals is a captivating nature documentary exploring the extraordinary world of mammals. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, the series delves into their diverse habitats, remarkable adaptations ...

The variety of adaptations is wide. Some species grew whiter fur or feathers to blend into snowy environments. Others improved their oxygen transport or boosted fat storage.

Their paper outlines a new framework for capturing how species use a combination of climate adaptations and offers tools researchers can use to make their work more comprehensive and actionable. “The ...

In 2023, researchers from Switzerland and Sweden put this irreversibility problem to the test.They examined over 5,600 mammal species to see if aquatic adaptations are irreversible and if they are ...

The newer variant of avian influenza that recently infected dairy cattle in Nevada has a genetic change that’s thought to help the virus copy itself in mammals — including humans — more ...

A team of paleontologists have uncovered a new species of extinct walrus that lived roughly 5.3 million years ago. Ontocetus posti bears some surprising similarities in feeding adaptations to the ...

High-altitude environments impose unique physiological challenges due to reduced atmospheric oxygen levels. Mammals native to these regions exhibit a range of adaptations that enhance oxygen ...

Rethinking climate adaptation: Researchers call for a holistic approach to species on the move. by Collin Blinder, University of California - Santa Cruz ...

The newer variant of avian influenza that recently infected dairy cattle in Nevada has a genetic change that’s thought to help the virus copy itself in mammals — including humans — more ...