In humans, dreams occur in both deep and REM sleep, though it’s the latter that we recall most vividly. The dreams are a manifestation of what occurs in our brains at these times: Deep sleep seems to ...

A beetle species’ larvae seem to bamboozle bees by smelling like flowers. This newly discovered deceptive strategy might be the first known example of an animal imitating floral scents, according to a ...

From fundamental biological units as tiny as genes to complex societies, ecological systems rely on cooperation. All manner of organisms can benefit from working together to survive in a dog-eat-dog ...

In January, Lesley Hamamoto won the prize by being the first to photograph and submit the first bumblebee of the year in the ...

This coral usually looks like a common white veggie: the humble cauliflower. The aptly named cauliflower soft coral is made of “countless small, rounded, bump-like polyps that give it a puffy texture, ...

Imagine, for a moment, our world without flowering plants. Be the first to know when news breaks. Your essential national ...

Wilmslow Comic Con will return this year on Saturday 25th April, with an even more exciting line-up, as the FREE family-friendly event once again takes over Wilmslow town centre. Building on the ...

Feast of St Anthony sees colourful procession and animal blessings in front of historic Rabat church Dogs in dresses, parrots perched on shoulders and snakes draped around their owners were among the ...

This vividly colored insect was resting on a plant, showing off its detailed wings and striking colors. It's a reminder of how much beauty can be found in even the smallest parts of nature. Tim Walz ...