Category: Fascinating Creatures

Over many years of research as a biologist, one of the most fascinating topics I’ve run across is wolf communication and the science behind the haunting quality of a wolf's howl. Wolves...

If you have the slightest interest in one of the cutest creatures on this planet, I urge you to read this article (or at least look at the pictures!).  The red panda has some unique adaptations...

Octopuses can regenerate entire arms, even though each arm has a mini brain and an extensive network of neurons.  Healing begins with undifferentiated stem cells that develop into specialized...

I've researched sharks for many years and some of my most popular presentations feature sharks and their amazing abilities. Sharks have senses that seem magical since we humans have nothing of the...

Here in the Pacific Northwest, Pine siskins have been dying from a Salmonella outbreak this winter. We've found over 125 dead in my city alone.  Bird feeders need to be kept clean and the seeds...

I’ve always been fascinated with wolves and their ability to hunt cooperatively to bring down large animals like moose and bison.  As a biologist I’ve become interested in the controversial...