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Citizen science project to track small mammals

Citizen Scientists Help Map Hidden Small Mammal Populations A new citizen science initiative is enlisting public volunteers to track elusive small mammal populations across diverse ecosystems. The project addresses critical data gaps for species that are challenging to monitor through traditional scientific methods. Participants will collect observations that help researchers understand population trends and habitat needs.

Gray whale that swam 20 miles up Washington state river found dead

Gray Whale Found Dead After Mysterious 20-Mile River Journey A gray whale that unexpectedly swam 20 miles up a Washington state river has been found dead, prompting investigation by marine mammal researchers. Scientists suspect the whale may have been driven inland by hunger or disorientation. The unusual inland migration highlights growing concerns about whale populations and changing ocean conditions.

The Platypus Just Got Even Weirder, Science Confirms

Platypus Hair Pigments Mirror Birds, Not Mammals, Scientists Discover Researchers studying platypus melanosomes—structures that produce color in fur—found they're structurally similar to bird feathers rather than typical mammalian hair. The discovery adds to the platypus's long list of biological oddities, including venomous males and egg-laying reproduction. This finding reshapes scientists' understanding of how this monotreme evolved.