Scientists Discover How Marine Mammals Hold Their Breath for Long Periods
Special properties of an oxygen-binding protein in the muscles of marine mammals, such as seals, whales and dolphins, are the reason these animals can hold their breath underwater for long periods of time, according to a new study. Many of these mammalian divers can hold their breath underwater for over an hour, while land-based mammals, […]
Crabs Aren’t Hermits When It Comes to House Hunting
Despite its name, the hermit crab can be a very social creature. In fact, when searching for a new home, the crustacean gets by with a little help from its friends, according to a new study in Current Biology. The hermit crab, which is vulnerable to predators, protects itself by making its home in abandoned […]