When deer attack

Dangerous animals (truly) in a suburban patio. Credit: Laura Helmuth I witnessed a minor drama in real life the other day while I was bicycling through western Maryland Rail Trail. Several deer were feeding next to the path when I passed them, then I heard a blow and a scream (deer) and another (human). An…

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[Paleontology • 2025] Direct evidence of trophic interaction between a crocodiliform and a large terrorist bird in the middle Miocene of the sale, Colombia

A crocodile caimanino (Purussaurus neivensis) Take advantage/sneak in a large forushcid bird. in Link, Moreno-Bernal, Degrange, Cooke, … in Salas-Gismondi, 2025. Illustrations by Julian Bayona Becerra. Abstract Direct evidence of predation and other trophic relationships provide valuable information about trophic interactions between species in paleo-communities. Data on ecological interactions among existing Apex predators open a…

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Format and sending graphic summaries for higher magazines

Graphic summaries (gas) have become a critical component in academic publication, especially in high impact magazines. Visually summary the central findings of a research work, improving their visibility and helping readers to understand the complex information quickly. This article describes format standards, presentation procedures and best practices to prepare graphic summaries for renowned magazines such…

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Digital science to support the United States government libraries through the new Fedlink association

Federal Library and Information Network (FEDLINK) to benefit from leading research and analysis tools in the world Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Digital Science, a technology company that serves the interested parties throughout the research ecosystem, will offer the United States government libraries access to some of its most powerful research and analysis tools under a…

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How did mammals evolve to live in the sea?

The researchers compared neuropeptides in the DNA of cetacean and land mammals to explore how mammals evolved to live underwater. Introduction Did you know that cetaceans (whales, dolphins and marsopas) are mammals? About 50 million years ago, their ancestors lived on land. They later evolved to live in marine environments. An extreme habitat transition required…

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How does a hot air balloon work?

Hot air balloons work thanks to convection currents. The heat source under the globe heats the air inside. A convection current inside the balloon keeps hot air as the heated air increases, cools and decreases to be heated again. The warm air inside the globe is less dense than the coldest air outside, causing the…

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