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Scientists Were Wrong About The Origin Of Bed Bugs. This Study Proves Why

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 25 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

For a long time, we thought we understood the history of bed bugs, but recent research has completely overturned our understanding of their origins.

The Ocean Used To Be A Different Color. Here's What Happened

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Sun, 24 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Earth has famously been described as a "pale blue dot," but far in the past, the planet might have had an entirely different look with oceans of another color.

Scientists Say This Is The Apex Predator Of The Ocean (And It's Not What You Think)

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sun, 24 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Sharks may be known for being the greatest terror of the seas, but even they can be attacked and killed. In fact, this hunter will make sharks their prey.

These Bizarre Blue Creatures Are Covering Beaches In California

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Beaches along the west coast have been covered by delicate, blue creatures. The phenomenon isn't quite new, but the large scope and huge numbers are.

The Difference Between Orange And Yellow Egg Yolks Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

There are few better sources of protein than eggs, but you may have wondered why some yolk is more golden than others, well, science has an answer.

Scientists Finally Solved The Mystery Of The Golden Orb Discovered In Alaska's Ocean

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Wed, 20 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

The floor of the deep ocean is littered with mysteries, but this recently cracked mystery has had people hungry for the answer since its discovery.

How 'Rogue Holes' Are Reshaping What We Know Of The Ocean

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Tue, 19 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The ocean is vast and mysterious, and while we're just beginning to understand rogue waves, its sister phenomenon is proving to be more mysterious.

The 92-Foot Dinosaur Discovered By Accident In China

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Mon, 18 May 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Huge dinosaur fossils hide under our noses, as was the case with this huge, newly discovered sauropod, from which scientists found over a dozen bones.

Scientists Predict That This Upcoming Ocean Phenomenon Will Be The Worst Of Its Kind This Century

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Mon, 18 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

It's almost certain that El Niño is coming later this year, and we don't know how strong it will be, but some scientists think it will be historic.

Why Your Dog Might Eat Its Own Poop, According To Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 16 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

As adorable as dogs are, sometimes they are downright disgusting, especially when they snack on their own poop, but science has an explanation.

The Mosquito Bite Disease That Can Leave You Dead In One Day

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sat, 16 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Mosquito bites are often tied to dangerous diseases, including this particular illness, which doesn't even have any specific cure to fight it.

What Dust In Your Home Is Doing To Your Body Right Now

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Tue, 12 May 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Dust is ubiquitous and inescapable, but you might want to clean it up more often, because you probably don't know what's in it and what it's doing.

The Prehistoric Insect That's Pure Nightmare Fuel

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Allen) — Mon, 11 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The ancient past is remembered mostly for its diversity of dinosaurs, but before dinosaurs, insects ruled the world and they were terrifying.

This Common Beach Mistake Could Put Ocean Swimmers At Risk

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Thanks to the sand and sun, people love going to the beach, but unless you take the proper precautions, you could be putting yourself in serious risk.

The Mesmerizing 'Fire Rainbow' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sat, 23 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

"Fire rainbows" have been lighting up the skies, as well as trending on social media. And while they look like magic, they can be explained by a little science.

This Spider Species Looks Like Bird Poop And The Reason Is Fascinating

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 11 May 2026 14:25:00 +0000

A poopy appearance sounds unappealing, but this spider actually takes advantage of that fact, giving itself the edge of its predators and its prey.

Offshore Wind Farms Are Doing A Lot More To The Ocean Than Scientists Expected

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 10 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

It's clear that offshore windfarms are good at reducing greenhouse gases, but their effect on the sea life beneath them might not be what you expect.

Ocean Experts Reveal Why Some Beaches Are Safer Than Others

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 09 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Beaches are synonymous with sun and surf. But they can also be dangerous, with wildlife, plants, and ocean currents meaning that not all beaches are made equal.

The Difference Between Brown And White Eggs Can Easily Be Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Ing Wei Khor) — Sat, 09 May 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Brown eggs are widely thought to be more healthy than their white counterparts, but eggshell color is more closely tied to factors aside from nutritional value.

The Ocean Mystery That Left Scientists Stumped Over Great White Shark Deaths

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 08 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The ocean is a scary place and few of its denizens are more frightening than the great white shark, but there are some things even sharks fear.