Why birds suddenly avoid wind turbines painted with snake-like patternsScientists are exploring novel strategies to protect birds from wind turbines, moving beyond simple color changes. A new study suggests usi...
20 May, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
How to identify snake eggs in your gardenDiscovering snake eggs in your garden can be surprising. These eggs are soft and leathery, unlike bird eggs. They are usually found in clut...
16 May, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Beat the grass and startle the...' Life lessons on timely action, success, human nature and why is it crucial to be cautious and not take hasty actionsChinese proverb of the day explains the meaning of “Beat the grass and startle the snake.” The idiom teaches lessons about caution, timing,...
15 May, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
How to keep snakes out without killing them: The habitat tweak list that actually worksSnakes visit properties seeking shelter and food. Experts advise homeowners to remove brush piles, wood, rocks, and dense vegetation. These...
12 May, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
Found a snake skin near your home? Here’s the calmest and most accurate explanationFinding a snake's shed skin in your garden is a common occurrence. Experts explain this is a natural process as snakes grow. The shed skin ...
11 May, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Ant hill or snake hole? The edge pattern that can reveal what moved into your yardHomeowners often fear snakes when they see holes in their lawns. However, animal behavior experts reveal that the raised soil around a hole...
11 May, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
How Often Do Snakes Actually Shed?Snakes shed their skin through a process called ecdysis, driven by growth and skin maintenance, not aesthetics. Shedding frequency varies g...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
8 Snakes Commonly Found in American BackyardsGardens in America host common, harmless snakes. These creatures are often small and ground-dwelling. Identifying them proves challenging a...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
Why Some U.S. Snakes Stay Active After DarkSnakes are not strictly day or night hunters. Their activity depends on warmth, food, and safety. In some areas, snakes hunt at night to fi...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
What Snake Holes in Your Yard Actually Look Like, And Which Ones to Worry AboutSnakes do not dig their own burrows, instead utilizing tunnels made by other animals. Identifying these "borrowed homes" involves looking f...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
Why Snakes Prefer Certain Spots in Your HomeSnakes possess a remarkable ability to sense heat. They react to temperature differences, not just warmth. This thermal sensitivity guides ...
24 Apr, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
How Florida Opossums Withstand Deadly Venom Against All Odds: A Natural Mystery UncoveredFlorida opossums exhibit a remarkable ability to withstand venomous snake bites. Scientists have discovered that their blood contains facto...
22 Mar, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
Frogs That Eat Murder Hornets Without Harm, Scientists Decode the Secret of Venom ResistanceWhile the northern giant hornet's sting is painful to humans, some Asian frogs fearlessly consume these venomous insects. Scientists reveal...
18 Feb, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
Scientists found snake cannibalism in over 200 species, and it’s more common than you thinkScientists now understand snake cannibalism is a common survival strategy. Previously thought rare, new research reveals it occurs across h...
04 Feb, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
NYT Strands Hints July 24: Spangram, theme and hints to decode the Thursday puzzleWith each passing day, more users are turning to Strands hints to navigate the increasingly layered puzzles. These hints provide just enoug...
24 Jul, 2025, 06.07 PM IST
Weekend playlist: From Dolly Parton & Paul McCartney's rendition of 'Let It Be' to K-pop supergroup Aespa's diss track 'Better Things' 12 must-stream songsLeave it to Dolly Parton to reunite the Beatles - or at least the surviving members, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr - for a rousing renditi...
27 Aug, 2023, 10.51 AM IST
New snake species named after Uddhav Thackeray's sonThe new species was named 'Thackeray's cat snake' (scientific name 'Boiga thackerayi') for Tejas Thackeray's contribution to the discovery.
27 Sep, 2019, 10.34 AM IST