bats
How bats' jaws evolve: A new study
Darwin's finches and a group of bats have stories that help us understand evolution. Darwin's finches, living on the Galapagos Islands, have special beaks for their favorite food.
Kate Yakimchuk research jaws evolution Animals 25 November 2023
A bat in a house: What should you do?
Bats are blind - that's why sometimes they accidentally get into people's houses. While they usually can't cause any harm, they can scare people because of how they look, so it's often hard to concentrate and be rational when it happens.
Kate Yakimchuk wildlife help Animals 1 November 2023
How echolocation helps bats: Learn more about wildlife
Echolocation is a remarkable biological adaptation that helps bats navigate and locate prey in their environment. It involves emitting high-frequency sound waves and listening to the echoes that bounce back, allowing bats to create a detailed mental map of their surroundings.
Kate Yakimchuk wildlife echolocation nature Animals 12 August 2023
Flying foxes and bats: What's the difference?
Flying foxes and bats are both types of mammals belonging to the order Chiroptera, but they have some notable differences. Therefore, even people who are afraid of bats shouldn't really be afraid of flying foxes.
Kate Yakimchuk nature Animals 2 August 2023