mammals

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This pattern fits seamlessly among other evolutionary oddities found in Australia, where marsupials reign and mammals lay eggs.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

But Prof Silviu Petrovan, strategy and research manager at People's Trust for Endangered Species, says he is optimistic that AI can help protect the tiny mammals.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Environmental scientists, activists and even social media posts have highlighted the dangers of maritime traffic for sea mammals, Vermeulen said.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Mice were included because, like humans, they are mammals.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

Until waterwheels and windmills began to replace Eurasia’s mammals in medieval times, they were also the major source of its “industrial” power beyond human muscle power—for example, for turning grindstones and operating water lifts.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond