WorldShark attack numbers fell in 2016The number of unprovoked shark attacks across the world fell last year, in the wake of a record figure in 2015 that scientists partly put down to warmers waters created by a strong El Nino system.29 Jan 03:05 AM
New ZealandWeird Science: A vaccination for fake news?Is there a cure for fake news? New research has found that misinformation on climate change can psychologically cancel out the influence of accurate statements.27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldScientists create human-pig embryoA successful blend of human and pig cells may improve chances for for human organ transplants.26 Jan 07:38 PM
New ZealandGE cow's offspring show 'super-milk' potentialKiwi scientists have taken another step toward a potential future of genetically-altered, hypo-allergenic, high-protein milk.23 Jan 10:54 PM
WorldWeird Science: Meet Trump's flying namesakeScientists have inflicted upon a new species of moth a name Democrats would argue is decidedly cruel: Neopalpa donaldtrumpi.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ scientists bound for Auckland IslandsScientists are this week heading to the subantarctic Auckland Islands for an annual survey of white-capped albatross and New Zealand sea lion numbers in the remote and windswept region.17 Jan 03:20 AM
New ZealandAuckland Zoo's new baby flamingo in the pinkStaff at Auckland Zoo have been tickled pink by their latest addition: a flamingo chick.16 Jan 09:54 PM
New ZealandNZ yellowhammers slow to lose accentImmigrants to New Zealand are often quick to pick up our signature twang - but it seems one ex-pat hasn't lost its British accent more than a century after moving here.14 Jan 11:02 PM
World#DoesItFart: Science is a gasDo baboons pass gas? What about salamanders? Millipedes? Real-life scientists are now taking to Twitter to provide answers.11 Jan 07:16 PM
LifestyleOh deer! Snow monkey gets friskyIn only the second ever recorded instance of interspecies mating, a snow monkey has been filmed trying to mate with a deer.11 Jan 03:30 AM
New ZealandOur Backyard: Inside 'extreme' rock poolsScience reporter Jamie Morton looks at some of the hardy little creatures that live in our rock pools.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOur Blue Backyard: Life beneath wavesIn Auckland's Hauraki Gulf, you can find one quarter of the world's seabird species - and around 20 per cent of its whale and dolphin species.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBig Read: 10 innovations you need to know for 2017Fog harvesting, floating dairy farm and smog towers... Andrew Stone outlines some clever and inspiring innovations that we might hear a bit about in 2017.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: In Oz, feral cats are everywhereAs if Australians didn't have enough pesky species to worry about, a new study finds their country is effectively crawling with feral cats.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFatal attraction: ferret stench to fight pestsWhen it comes to trapping our bird-killing pest predators, a little bit of potent ferret stench could be the missing ingredient.03 Jan 03:12 AM
Lifestyle'You'll wish you were dead'Those visiting Aussie beaches this summer better be careful as tiny, invisible and deadly jellyfish are on a southern invasion.03 Jan 03:03 AM
New ZealandHow to save a lifeThis week, the Herald takes a look at Kiwis who are dedicated to helping our animals. Today Jamie Morton talks to Project Jonah's Daren Glover.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSex life of one of NZ's strangest creaturesThe secret sex life of one of New Zealand's strangest native species is going under the microscope in a new summer-long study.02 Jan 01:25 AM
LifestyleThe best (and worst) ways to beat mosquito bitesFirst one, then another. Bite! Slap! Bite! Before you know it, mosquitoes are descending from the skies to disrupt your backyard summer 28 Dec 08:00 AM
WorldBig cat in race to cheat deathUrgent action is needed to stop the cheetah - the world's fastest land animal - sprinting to extinction, experts have warned.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi research explores animal emotionsKiwi scientists are exploring the emotions of livestock in pioneering research that could improve the way animals are farmed.18 Dec 10:57 PM
New ZealandWatch: Where have Kaikoura's crayfish gone?NIWA marine ecology technician Mark Fenwick has observed the dramatic changes to Kaikoura's crayfish habitats.15 Dec 10:28 PM
World99-million-year-old dinosaur fossil foundThe feathered tail of a 99-million-year-old dinosaur has been discovered, miraculously preserved in amber.09 Dec 02:53 AM
New ZealandCan you spot the penguin in this photo?Can you spot the penguin? If you're struggling, stop squinting and take in the big picture.08 Dec 03:23 AM
New ZealandGlow-in-the-dark bugs bring art to lifeThey're usually found inside the guts of fish: but glow-in-the-dark bugs also look great on canvas.02 Dec 04:00 PM
TechnologyWeird science: toddler robots learn like kids doChildren learn new words using the same method as robots, psychologists say.02 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionShould we re-create an extinct species?COMMENT: How tragic would it be if we could only experience tui, kereru (wood pigeons) or piwakawaka (fantails) as stuffed specimens in museums?01 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldWatch: Angry bees attack giant spiderA dramatic video shows honey bees surrounding a spider before they eventually paralyse and overpower the arachnid.29 Nov 11:35 PM
TechnologyWeird science: Android users 'more honest'Android users are more honest than iPhone users, researchers have found, in a study revealing what our choice of smartphones say about us.25 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleSpecial delivery of spiderlingsTash Joyce had a very special delivery waiting in her post box.23 Nov 05:34 PM
New ZealandScientist wins highest NZ research honourA renowned Auckland brain scientist has been recognised with New Zealand's highest honour for research - the Rutherford Medal.23 Nov 09:30 AM
WorldStunning pics in wildlife photo contestAdmirers of wildlife photography have the chance to vote for five top images from around the world.23 Nov 07:33 AM
WorldPhotos: Stunning wildlife shots from around the worldCheck out these entries in the People's Choice category of this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition run by the Natural History Museum in London. You can see the full gallery and vote on their website.23 Nov 07:30 AM
