A silent masterpiece: the transformation of the atlas moth The atlas moth caterpillar creates a cocoon from special brown silk before the adult moth emerges after 3–5 weeks. Read more
Axolotl: The Creature That Never Grows Up – Regeneration, Myths and Survival The Mexican axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) has gained renewed popularity in recent years. Not only as a character, but the real axolotl itself also quickly finds its way into people’s hearts. Read more
Colour Vision Did you know that most lizards have exceptionally good colour vision? During the mating season, many species develop breeding colours. Based on the intensity of these colours, females are able to assess the health of a given male, allowing them to choose more easily. Colours also play a decisive role during rivalry between males, often Read more