Mammals

A mammal (from Latin mamma 'breast') is a vertebrate animal of the class Mammalia ().

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For Some Mammals, Large Adult Daughters, Not Sons, Are the Norm

Killer instinct drove evolution of mammals' predatory ancestors

Study reveals molecular mechanisms behind hibernation in mammals

Self-Love Is Important, but We Mammals Are Stuck With Sex

Mass death of seal pups raises fears of bird flu spreading in mammals

In hotter regions, mammals seek forests, avoid human habitats

Bottlenose Dolphins May Have an Electric Sense, Study Finds. Dimples called vibrissal pits on the beaks of the mammals can perceive electricity and might help with hunting and navigation

These bats are the only mammals known to mate more like birds

Idai vs. Impalas: New study shows in real-time what helps mammals survive a natural disaster

Tiny Mice Discovered at Altitudes Thought Uninhabitable For Mammals

Most mammals go through the menopause - if they live long enough

Menopause may be widespread among mammals, challenging famed hypothesis

Mice thrive at 6700 meters up—higher than any mammals were thought able to live

Will the Next Supercontinent Really Drive Mammals to Extinction?

Pangea Ultima: The Supercontinent That Could Wipe Out Nearly All Mammals

In 250 Million Years, a Single Supercontinent will Form, Wiping Out Nearly all Mammals

More Mammals Can Glow in the Dark Than Previously Thought

Survival Secrets: Surprising Traits of Mammals That Survive Mass Extinctions

Mammals may use same-sex sexual behavior for conflict resolution, bonding, and more. It's been observed in at least 51 species of non-human primates.