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Man-made jellyfish created
US scientists have bioengineered a 'jellyfish' using technology.

NIWA's fishy new finds
NIWA have explored deeper seas than ever before, and found some new strange looking fish.

Scientists discover wheezing monkey, walking cactus
A walking cactus, a wandering leg sausage, a snub-nosed monkey that sneezes when it rains and a blue tarantula are among a list of the top 10 newly discovered species announced by Arizona State University today.

Sheep: evolution's 'animal stars'
An international study has shown sheep have evolved with more genetic diversity than dogs or cows.

Gareth Morgan and Geoff Simmons: Changing times in frozen south
Next month, Gareth Morgan will lead an expedition of 40 everyday Kiwis to Antarctica. The last of a 3-part series analyses the impact on wildlife of climate change and the race for resources.

What the platypus' sexual evolution can tell us about our own
The platypus has a lot to teach us about sex and evolution, says a University of Adelaide professor.