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Camouflage in the eyes of the beholder

An animal’s ability to camouflage itself is a practical defence, but as Jennifer Appleton finds out, their technique isn’t always flawless.

The Science of Beauty

From parasite resistance to the golden ratio – Abi Millar examines the science behind what is considered ‘beautiful’.

‘Guilty’ Dog look, all in the owners imagination

Jennifer Appleton reports on how even the most innocent of dogs will get the blame for giving a look which is all in the owners mind.

Accurate prediction of hazards saves millions of lives and billions of dollars each year, but as Michael Jones reports, this isn’t always easy.

A new study has found rogue planets without a host star, reports Louise Ogden.

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