mammals
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But not like us higher mammals, some of which have even become quite adept at problem-creation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
The research has provided important new insights into the early history of mammals, particularly how rapidly their ancestors developed specialized bodies and lifestyles.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026
Scientists in Australia trained sea lions and seals to respond to a hearing test for research into how the marine mammals are affected by human-made noise.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
It’s caused by a bacteria called Yersinia pestis that infects fleas and the small mammals that host fleas, and there are actually three types of plague depending on which part of the body becomes infected.
From Slate ● Oct. 8, 2026
It’s true, of course, that some small mammals were first domesticated long after 2500 B.C.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
