A fossil from the Cretaceous Period shows similarities to modern avian species.

Mantis shrimps’ remarkably swift kicks come from springs built into their dactyl clubs.

Researchers create permanent DNA records directly from transient RNA transcripts within bacterial cells.

Combining data from the genetic testing techniques can guide patient care, scientists say.

A swollen wing vein helps butterflies detect low-frequency sounds.

Researchers parse genes linked with intellectual disability and autism from those tied to autism alone.

The Nikon photomicrography competition winners of 2018 include striking close-ups of a compound eye, a fern, and an insect’s bubble house.

Male rodents exposed to nicotine had changes in sperm genome methylation and produced pups and grandpups with abnormal behavior.

Animals’ tails swat away insects using both wind and whack.