Offbeat Science for Odd Ducks and Other Curious Creatures
Bombardier beetles are experts at chemical warfare. Though many insects use chemicals to defend themselves, the bombardier’s firepower earns it the top rank. When threatened, these aptly named bugs detonate explosions within their bodies...
Tom Jensen doesn’t hate pandas. He just thinks they are overrated. Although these charismatic bears attracted record crowds during their time at the San Diego Zoo, Jensen insists there are “cooler and prettier” black...
