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The praying mantis can fall victim to a creepy parasite called the horsehair worm, which takes control of its brain and forces it to dive into water. Here’s how it works.

This parasite forces its host to die!

June 4, 2025 15:26 IST

This kind of gene-stealing, brain-hacking behaviour is extremely rare in the animal kingdom. It’s more common in bacteria, but to see a worm doing it to a mantis is something scientists are still trying to fully understand

Some animals hibernate not in winter but in summer! This process, called aestivation, helps species like lungfish, desert tortoises, and frogs survive extreme heat and drought. Learn why animals estivate, how it works, and which creatures rely on this survival strategy.

8 animals that ‘hibernate’ in the summer

May 29, 2025 14:26 IST

While winter hibernation is widely known, summer hibernation (estivation) is just as fascinating and vital for survival in extreme environments.

Effective tips to protect your home from snakes during stormy weather

May 28, 2025 17:27 IST

Altogether, a mix of cleanliness, physical barriers, and awareness can go a long way in keeping your home safe from slithering snakes during stormy weather.

Explore the wild showdown between the King Cobra and the Python. Who's more powerful, who’s more dangerous, and what happens when they go head-to-head?

King cobra vs python: Here’s who really rules the wild

May 27, 2025 13:29 IST

Let’s settle this nature showdown once and for all—with a good dose of curiosity, science, and a hint of wild imagination.

Larry the Cat remains at Downing Street regardless of who occupies the office

Six prime ministers later, Larry the Cat still rules 10 Downing Street; how the ‘Chief Mouser’ became a symbol of stability

May 29, 2025 17:38 IST

What distinguishes Larry is his status as a civil servant rather than a personal pet.

5 special big cats found only in India

May 25, 2025 10:30 IST

India is the only country in the world to have Asiatic Lions in their natural habitat.

Do you know about these animal and bird species where males and females look radically different?

May 24, 2025 17:55 IST

This biological wonder is called sexual dimorphism, often a result of competitive mating and sexual selection.

Discover the mysterious Gaboon viper — the world's most camouflaged snake with record-breaking fangs, deadly venom, and a surprisingly calm personality

Meet the snake with the longest fangs in the world

May 25, 2025 16:06 IST

The Gaboon viper might be one of the most fearsome-looking snakes in the world, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood

what happens to your body after a venomous snake bite, the right first aid steps, and when antivenom treatment can be life-saving.

This is what happens to the body if a venomous snake bites you

May 22, 2025 09:28 IST

While not every venomous bite leads to death, fatalities can and do occur—particularly in cases of delayed or inadequate treatment.

Discover the top 10 most dangerous animals in the world

This so-called vegetarian animal is one of the most dangerous ones

May 21, 2025 12:29 IST

The world’s most dangerous animals don’t always fit the Hollywood villain image. Often, they’re deadly because they’re subtle, effective, or overlooked.

Despite their reputation as fierce predators, lions are among the laziest of the big cats (Source: Wikimedia Commons)

This venomous snake is so lazy it sleeps 18 hours in a day!

May 20, 2025 12:29 IST

Know about some of the world's laziest animals and learn why they prefer the slow lane

Seals, sea lions, and walruses may look similar, but they have key differences in size, behavior, and danger levels

Who would win a fight between a sea lion and a seal? What happens if you add a walrus to this mix?

May 28, 2025 13:29 IST

While all three species are wild animals and should be treated with caution, we find out which one is the most dangerous

Why do cats bring you dead animals as gifts? We asked an expert

May 18, 2025 10:30 IST

No matter how much you domesticate a cat, they will carry the instinct of its wild ancestors

From Asiatic lion to pygmy hog, 10 unique Indian animal species found nowhere else on Earth

May 17, 2025 15:26 IST

A visit to Manas National Park of Assam will get you closer to the world’s smallest and rarest wild pig, the pygmy hog.

Discover 10 fascinating underground animals and how they survive beneath the surface

This animal can dig a tunnel up to 15 feet in an hour

May 16, 2025 14:30 IST

The underground world is full of surprises. While we walk around above ground, these animals are busy digging, hunting, and surviving in ways we rarely see.

Get to know the Barbados threadsnake—the world's smallest snake

Can you guess the size of the world’s smallest snake?

May 21, 2025 16:46 IST

These snakes live underground and feed mostly on ants and termites, which makes sense when you think about their size.

Two effective hacks to get rid of cockroaches from your kitchen: ‘They are unhygienic and spread diseases’

May 14, 2025 11:30 IST

"Cockroaches are a big menace in the kitchen! They are unhygienic and spread diseases," Pankaj Bhadouria shared on Instagram.

Which bird is faster than a race car? Discover the world's speediest birds

This bird is faster than a Formula One car; all about it and other birds that defy speed

May 13, 2025 11:30 IST

These birds aren’t just fast for the thrill of it. Their speed helps them survive — to hunt, escape danger, migrate, or even impress a mate.

Explore the rare world of venomous lizards

These lizards can bite you– one of them even killed a man with its venom

May 12, 2025 14:28 IST

While encounters with venomous lizards are rare, they often occur when humans step into wild territories—either for research, tourism, or exotic pet keeping. These creatures don’t attack unprovoked; they simply defend themselves with the tools nature has given them.