Topic: Proceedings of the Royal Society B

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Man-made noise can affect plants, as well as animals

A new study concludes that noise from humans can have an effect on plant life, in addition to wildlife.
Unique hybrid deep sea creatures discovered off Costa Rica

Scientists found a pair of underwater environments where previously unknown hybrid creatures existed.
Climate change models flawed, extinction rate likely higher than predicted

Current predictions overlook two important factors: the differences in how quickly species relocate and competition among species.
Scientists discover how water makes chili peppers hotter

The spiciest peppers tend to struggle in areas where water is scarce, a research team studying Bolivian chili peppers have discovered.
Sharp-toothed fossil was T. rex ancestor

Sharp-toothed fossil: The dinosaur in question, Daemonosaurus chauliodus, dates back to the end of the Triassic Period, approximately 205 million years ago.
Prehistoric ninja bird evolved nunchuck-like wings

Scientists have discovered a prehistoric flightless bird whose wings evolved into massive curved weapons.
Scientists find that whales get sunburns, too

Although they live underwater, whales can't avoid sun exposure; they must surface to breathe, and, like us, they have no fur or feathers to protect them from the ultraviolet radiation that travels through the atmosphere's protective ozone layer.
Pigeon gambling: Who knew bird had the brains to take risks?

Pigeon gambling was studied by a University of Kentucky psychologist. The study on pigeon gambling showed they can make bad choices, just like humans.
At last, scientists solve the mystery of the floating octopus

In 300 BC, Aristotle speculated why female Argonaut octopuses have a thin shell. Now, scientists finally offer an answer.
Genetic study uncovers wild ass ancestor of donkey

Genetic research has confirmed has confirmed one of two wild ass ancestors for the donkey, while raising questions about the second ancestor. The research also offers further evidence domestication took place in Africa.
Another thing humans are good at: Biting

Modern humans have surprisingly powerful bites, a new study has revealed.
New study suggests that whales evolved in the blink of an eye

It took only 5 million years - an instant in geologic time - for whales to diversify into the vastly different body types seen today, a new study indicates.
North America's tiniest dinosaur weighed less than a toy poodle

The tiny dinosaur, unearthed in Colorado and named Fruitadens haagarorum, measures 29 inches from beak to tail and weighs less than two pounds.
Study says global warming shrinks birds

Scientists found that eight species had become between 2 to 4 percent smaller over the past century.