Nature
How Parasites Rewire Their Hosts' Brains
From zombie ants to fearless rats, parasites have evolved astonishingly precise methods of neural hijacking that challenge our understanding of free will and behavior.
Casey Cooper·
Animal Behavior
3 articles
Nature
Rats Are Hunting Bats, and Scientists Are Stunned
In German caves, researchers filmed rats standing upright and snatching bats from the air. It's changing what we know about rodent behavior.
Casey Cooper·
Nature
Masters of the Cold: How Animals Survive Winter's Extremes
From antifreeze blood to communal huddling, wildlife has evolved extraordinary strategies to endure conditions that would kill most humans in hours.
Casey Cooper·