Natural Selection

A female lyrebird peers out over her territory in Sherbrooke Forest.

Call of the Liar

Researchers have long assumed that only male birds sing. But evidence increasingly shows that females do as well. Now, scientists are studying a sensational singer in Australia to suss out why.

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Alchisme grossa treehopper
Mighty Mom

One of the most attentive of all insect parents, this tiny treehopper fiercely defends her offspring until they're fully grown, using her thorn-shaped headdress as both shield and intimidation tool.

Stag beetle (Lucanus cervus) males fighting on oak tree branch, Elbe, Germany, June.
Up in Arms

A pair of male stag beetles bring their oversized mandibles to bear in the age-old fight to find a mate.