Michelle York+FollowCalifornia’s ‘Unicorn’ Rodent Spotted!Imagine thinking a species is gone for good, then—bam!—researchers in California just found not one, but TWO super-rare riparian woodrats in the wild. These little guys hadn’t been seen since 2017 and were feared wiped out by floods. Turns out, they might be tree-hopping survivors! Scientists are buzzing, calling it a unicorn moment. Proof that nature is full of surprises—and maybe we should pay more attention to what’s hiding in our own backyard. #Science #WildlifeWin #NatureSurprise10Share
megangibson+FollowBeware the Fuzzy Pain Machines!Those adorable, fuzzy caterpillars chilling on Houston trees? Total fakes—they’re asp caterpillars, and their sting hurts way more than a regular bug bite. People and pets are getting zapped just by brushing past them! If you get stung, wash up, ice it, and pop an antihistamine. And if you start feeling really weird, get medical help ASAP. Pro tip: cover up when you’re out near trees this season! #Science #Houston #AspCaterpillar00Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowButterfly Comeback Shocks ScientistsA rare UK butterfly just pulled off a wild comeback! The heath fritillary, almost extinct in the '80s, has nearly doubled its numbers this year—thanks to a sunny spring and some clever conservation moves (think: cows grazing to help caterpillars). One spot jumped from just 4 butterflies to 186! Experts are thrilled, but warn that weird weather could still mess things up. Proof that a little help can go a long way for nature! #Science #WildlifeWin #ButterflyBoom80Share
Richard Vaughan+FollowThis Dead Star Is Breaking All the RulesAstronomers just found a 'cosmic unicorn'—a dead star called CHIME J1634+44 that's spinning up instead of slowing down (which is NOT supposed to happen). It's shooting out wild, perfectly spiraled radio bursts and might even have a weird companion star. Scientists are totally stumped and think this could rewrite what we know about dead stars. Space just got a whole lot weirder! #Science #SpaceMystery #CosmicUnicorn10Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowEarth’s Secret BLOBS Might Trigger VolcanoesTurns out, the Earth’s insides are way weirder than we thought! Scientists just found two massive ‘BLOBS’ deep under the surface, and they might be the reason volcanoes erupt where they do. These mysterious, continent-sized structures could be driving volcanic plumes and shaping our planet’s wildest eruptions. The wildest part? If we can track these BLOBS, we might actually predict future volcanic hotspots. Imagine a volcano warning system powered by the planet’s hidden blobs! #Science #EarthScience #Volcanoes30Share
Michael Flores+FollowAggressive Fish Take Over Malaysian LakePeacock bass are taking over a Malaysian lake and it’s getting wild. These flashy invaders, originally from the Amazon, are outcompeting local fish and even eating their eggs—yikes! Officials are so worried they’re holding fishing competitions just to get rid of them. Apparently, if you release non-native fish, you could get slapped with a $4,700 fine. Who knew a fish could cause this much drama? #Science #InvasiveSpecies #PeacockBass20Share
Tamara Jones+FollowAmerica’s Deepest Sinkhole Uncovered!Did you see this? Scientists just found the deepest sinkhole in the US, and it’s absolutely wild. Not only does it smash previous depth records, but its sheer size and dramatic vertical walls have geologists buzzing. Discovered with high-tech satellite imaging in a super remote spot, this sinkhole could unlock secrets about underground water systems, ancient geology, and maybe even new species. Who knew the ground could hide something this epic? #Science #ScienceNews #Geology51Share
Tamara Jones+FollowBear Caught Roaming the Backyard!Imagine looking out your window and spotting a massive black bear just sniffing around your yard! That’s exactly what happened in Chicopee, MA—a homeowner caught the whole thing on video. Bears are wandering into neighborhoods more often as their natural food sources disappear. If you see one, don’t try to get closer for a selfie—just back away slowly. Pro tip: lock up your trash and bring in bird feeders to keep bears from coming back for snacks! #Science #WildlifeEncounters #BearSafety00Share
Melvin Mosley+FollowJunk DNA’s Secret Superpower RevealedTurns out, the so-called 'junk DNA' in our bodies isn’t just leftover clutter—it’s actually running the show! Scientists just found that ancient viral DNA, especially a bit called MER11, acts like a master switch for turning genes on and off during early development. Even cooler? These viral bits help shape how our brains form and might even explain what makes us different from chimps. Who knew our genetic 'trash' was actually evolutionary treasure? #Science #Genetics #ScienceNews50Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowTiny Beetle, Huge Trouble in NYWho knew a bug smaller than a pencil eraser could wipe out entire forests? Suffolk County’s pine trees are under attack by southern pine beetles, and it’s all because their main predator—the northern long-eared bat—was nearly wiped out by a fungus brought over from Europe. Now, these beetles are multiplying like crazy, killing trees that have stood for centuries. Experts are scrambling for solutions, like controlled burns and thinning forests, but it’s a wild reminder of how one tiny change can mess up everything! #Science #WildlifeCrisis #Ecosystem00Share
