Stuart Blackman
Recent articles by Stuart Blackman
Do butterflies sleep?
It might be something that many of us have never considered before, but do butterflies sleep? Well, Stuart Blackman, says, that depends on what you mean by 'sleep'
How do animals near the equator survive the tropics? The ingenious survival tactics rainforest creatures use, including homemade sunscreen.
Whether it's hot and humid or cold and dry, there are many challenging environments along the Equator. So how have animals adapted to it?
How many rainforests are there in the world - and just what's so special about them? Uncover the hidden secrets of these special habitats
Discover how many tropical rainforests exist around the world and explore their biodiversity
What is the biggest wolf in the world? Meet the deadly canine apex predator - as well as its domestic rivals
Wolves are one of the deadliest apex predators on earth. We take a look at the biggest wolf - and how do they compare to dogs?
Bottoms are just for pooping and peeing right? Not always... This animal can also breathe and eat through its anus - meet the world's most amazing arse
This has to be the world's most weirdest bottom, says Stuart Blackman
Where does the phrase ‘Groundhog Day’ come from?
You might be familiar with the well-known comedy film, but is it based in any fact? We take a look at the meaning behind Groundhog Day
Do some people suffer more bug bites than others?
Why do some people suffer more insect bites than others? Stuart Blackman exoplains
10 animals that could swallow a human whole
Are there any animals capable of swallowing a human whole? Stuart Blackman investigates
Mouths are for eating and drinking right? Not always... Meet the animal that pees out of its mouth
This peculiar habit enables this turtle to enjoy the best of both worlds says Stuart Blackman
Do any animals menstruate like humans?
Yes some animal species do menstruate and have periods, like humans, says Stuart Blackman
How do sharks mate? Shark sex is a rarely seen but lively business – here’s how they do it
Just how do sharks mate? Stuart Blackman explains
Do animals cross breed with other species in the wild? How and why interbreeding between different species happens
We may think of cross-breeding as something that just happens with domestic animals, but it can happen in the wild as well says Stuart Blackman
What’s the biggest eagle in the world? Meet the contenders – including a giant with a monster 3-metre wingspan
Eagles are one of the most majestic birds in the sky. We take a look at the biggest and most impressive
Are cleverer animals better at crossing roads?
Can animals learn to be street-wise? Stuart Blackman takes a look at the evidence
What are osteoderms? Discover nature’s hidden armour
Osteoderms are seen in reptiles and a few mammals but what exactly are they - and how do they form?
What's the difference between slugs and snails - and why does the shell matter?
Is a slug just a snail without a shell?
Do fish drink water?
Do fish drink? or do they absorb water? Stuart Blackman takes a look
Octopuses have been seen throwing things at each other. Here's why
Australia's gloomy octopuses need their personal space and they have a unique way of making sure they get it
Why are pink lakes pink? The science behind nature's most vibrant waters
Yes some lakes are pink. Here's why
Fierce, majestic and deadly: your ultimate guide to the world's biggest birds of prey
All you need to know about the magnificent birds of prey, including the biggest in the world
7 of the weirdest fungi in the world you (probably) haven't heard of, from the bleeding tooth to dead man's fingers
Fungi can be very strange. Here's our round-up of some of the weirdest fungi on the planet.
How long can animals survive without water? While humans can only manage a day in a desert there's one toughie that can last decades
How long animals can last without water very much depends on the animal, says Stuart Blackman
11 weirdest insects in the world - including a moth that looks like a like a poodle and a fly with eyes on stalks
The insect world is definitely a weird one - and there are some that are even weirder than the others. Discover some of the world's strangest and bizarrest insects
What's the difference between a lobster and a crab? We explain what makes a crab a crab - and a lobster a lobster
Just how do crabs differ from lobsters? Stuart Blackman explains