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The brain is very high-maintenance. On the one hand, it uses 20% of the body’s energy (5). On the other hand, it’s sensitive and requires...

This quote from the Scientific American article on the ampullae of Lorenzini articulates just how powerful the shark's electrical sense...

I could make 10 of these about cephalopods! For more amazing info: http://www.sciencefriday.com/videos/i-octopus/...

Have you ever wondered how cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) sleep? They need to breathe, avoid danger, and care for young just...

I created this infographic as part of my team's submission to a contest to redesign high school: http://xqsuperschool.org/challenge One...

I must admit, I felt a bit betrayed when I tested my husband by asking what color “the dress” was - and he said blue! We are supposed to...