The genes that build the cartilage of fish gills were repurposed to build the cartilage in mammals’ outer ears ...

Around the time that bat ancestors evolved powered flight, their genomes picked up immune adaptations that can quell viral ...

We have been researching the evolution of primate litter size ... size of as many species as possible across the mammalian family tree and then use mathematical algorithms to look for patterns.

These trees permit us to explore the overall evolution of the gene family and relationships between genes ... In contrast, the Class II genes are more stable, as the same genes can be found in even ...

By studying them, we’re not just learning about their world; we’re finding ways to make our own world more sustainable," Prof ...

Nevertheless, a big evolutionary gap exists between a very early, lizard-like synapsid and modern mammals like ourselves. The following list will take you through nine of the essential ...

Marsupial moles are perhaps Australia's most bizarre mammals. Known as "itjaritjari ... has begun to unearth some of the marsupial mole's deepest evolutionary secrets by studying its genome ...

The okapi tongue is incredible - it extends a foot beyond its snout. Read on to find out how it uses it to reach leaves high ...

In the intricate tapestry of nature, few threads are as overlooked—yet vital—as insects. For Professor Michal Segoli of ...

The study of olfactory anatomy and evolution in mammals reveals fascinating insights into how these animals have adapted their sense of smell to thrive in diverse environments. The nose ...