Everything Dies, Right? But Does Everything Have To Die? Here's A Surprise
Meet two animals. Both are teeny. Both live in water. Both mature extra fast. But while one dies in about a week, the other — well, prepare to be amazed.
Animals
Florida's Manatees: Big, Beloved And Bitterly Contested
In one coastal community, some residents are trying to get manatees off the endangered species list. But manatee advocates say the sea cows, threatened by ecotourism, need more protection, not less.
What's Mittens Thinking? Make 'Sense' Of Your Pet's Behavior
Animal behaviorist John Bradshaw's books Cat Sense and Dog Sense detail what cat and dog owners should expect from their animals. Cat Sense originally aired Sept. 5, 2013. Dog Sense originally aired May 26, 2011.
Scientists Step Up Food Fraud Efforts Following Horse Meat Scandal
The latest report in response to the horse meat scandal of 2013 reminds us that the potential for fraud in the food supply is high. But scientists are working to predict and prevent the next incident.
'Murdersquishing' Them To Death: How Little Bees Take On Enormous Hornets
They are small. They are weak. They are vulnerable. But these little bees take on a humongous predator in the most ingenious way.
Killing Comes Naturally To Chimps, Scientists Say
A new study bolsters the theory that chimpanzees kill rivals as an adaptation to their natural environment and not as a result of human impact.
Dog From Philadelphia Ends Up In Oregon Shelter
The Jack Russell terrier was wearing a microchip when she was taken to the shelter in Portland. The question is how did she get there?
Diet Soda May Alter Our Gut Microbes And Raise The Risk Of Diabetes
There's a new wrinkle to the old debate over diet soda: Artificial sweeteners may alter our microbiomes. And for some, this may raise blood sugar levels and set the stage for diabetes.
California Blue Whales On The Rebound, Study Says
California blue whales are rebounding to historic levels after being hammered by whaling, a University of Washington study says. NPR's Arun Rath talks with Trevor Branch, co-author of the study.
Hey-Diddle, A Fiddle And A Moon-Jumping Cow? NPR Moos Investigates
For Cow Week, NPR's Wade Goodwyn blows the lid off of a children's nursery rhyme. He talks to Modern Farmer correspondent Tyler LeBlanc about whether a cow could jump over the moon.