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Asian hornets have overwintered in the UK for the first time
Queen Asian hornets found in East Sussex this year are a genetic match to a 2023 nest, suggesting the invasive species is becoming established in the UK
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Chicks link shapes with ‘bouba’ and ‘kiki’ sounds just like humans
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Don’t forget birds and bats when renovating or building new homes
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Huge nose of male proboscis monkeys is key to mating success
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Cattle used for cuddling therapy may prefer women over men
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Genetic mutation gives cats a ‘salty liquorice’ coat colour
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Pigs seem less stressed if their barn is scented with lavender
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Monkeys can learn to tap to the beat of the Backstreet Boys
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Longest-living cat breeds revealed by life expectancy study
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Sperm whale clicks could be the closest thing to a human language yet
An analysis of thousands of exchanges between sperm whales suggests they combine short click patterns into longer sequences that could convey a wide range of meanings
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Zebras bob their heads at each other to signal cooperation
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Red squirrels were hosts for leprosy in medieval England
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Flies undertake epic migrations that may be vital for pollination
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Orangutan is first non-human seen treating wounds with medicinal plant
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