Octopus Tentacles: The Alien Truth about Their Biology
Let’s start by saying that Octopuses probably aren’t aliens. That being said, these creatures have qualities that are certainly alien to us. For example, the octopus has three hearts and a brain that encompasses its entire body. And, almost disturbingly, octopus tentacles can move on their own. Most people look at octopus tentacles and think […]
Are Pistol Shrimp Dangerous to Humans?
The pistol shrimp has a powerful claw capable of killing its prey with a blast hotter than the sun’s surface, but are they harmful to humans?
The Evolution of Fingers: Nature’s Surprising Answer
Why do humans have five fingers? Discover the evolutionary and genetic reasons behind our five-digit hands and what it means for our future evolution.
