British swallowtail split from European cousins much earlier than thought, study finds

It has bright yellow wings and looks familiar, but this rare British butterfly is unlike any other, DNA reveals

A new study confirms the British swallowtail butterfly is genetically unique. This native species possesses significantly less genetic diversity than European relatives. Researchers found no accumulation of harmful mutations despite its isolation. However, higher inbreeding levels pose challenges for its long-term survival. Genomic research offers vital insights for protecting vulnerable butterfly populations.

Campbell “Pookie” Puckett Gives Birth to Baby No. 2 One Month Early

UPDATE: Campbell “Pookie” Puckett and Jett Puckett welcomed their second baby—whose name and sex they have yet to share—sharing the news on July 1. While Jett rushed Campbell to the hospital on...

Meghan Markle's surprising Irish heritage uncovered ahead of royal family reunion

Meghan Markle's little-known ancestry reveals an unexpected connection to both Ireland, and possibly the royal household itself, ahead of her visit to the UK

Two kangaroos throw punches like UFC fighters in Australian man's backyard in viral video

Two kangaroos were caught fighting right outside a man's backyard in Dungog, New South Wales, Australia, in a video that's now going mega-viral.

Dad & Daughter Dog Duo Once Separated Now Looking To Be Adopted Together

In a rare video on Instagram, a dad and daughter dog duo are waiting for someone to take them home together. They are inseparable, with the father, named Bailey, doting on his little girl from the beginning. According to the clip, the two were found by animal control in a heartbreaking condition. They were starving [] The post Dad Daughter Dog Duo Once Separated Now Looking To Be Adopted Together appeared first on DogTime.