Animal Science

Beyond Bees: The Other Animals That Pollinate Flowers

Across deserts, rainforests and gardens, animals as different as beetles, hummingbirds and honey possums help flowering plants reproduce.

How Do Pigeons Find Their Way Home?

A pigeon can find its way home from somewhere it has never been. But knowing which way is north isn't enough—and experiments reveal a far more remarkable navigation system.

How Do Dolphins Sleep? Unihemispheric Sleep Explained

A dolphin can keep moving and surfacing for air while part of its brain rests. From one open eye to newborn calves, its sleep looks unlike our own.

How Do Bees Make Honey? The Journey from Flower to Comb

A bee visiting a flower isn't collecting honey. She's collecting something much thinner—and the transformation may begin before she even reaches the hive.

Your Dog’s Nose: A World of Scents We Can’t Imagine

Your dog stops at a patch of grass you barely notice. Their nose may detect traces you can't—but what can a dog actually learn from a scent?