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Published in Simply Ecologist
Author Erzsebet Frey

Chimpanzees: Bonding Through Group Urination Chimpanzees, our closest primate relatives, have always fascinated researchers and animal enthusiasts alike with their complex social behaviors. One of the more peculiar behaviors witnessed among these intelligent creatures is group urination, a seemingly simple act that carries significant social weight.

Published in Simply Ecologist
Author Erzsebet Frey

A coyote was recently discovered in an unexpected place – the cold food section of an Aldi store. The wild animal was found in a surprisingly good condition given its unusual choice of location. The Unusual Discovery at Aldi Rescuing a coyote from an environment like a grocery store might sound surprising, but that’s precisely what happened. Imagine heading to your local Aldi, only to come across a wild coyote amidst the frozen food aisles.

Published in Biopragmatics
Author Charles Tapley Hoyt

I was working on making data about scholarly conferences more FAIR and a big question crossed my mind: what are all the conference venues? This post is about some queries I wrote for Wikidata, data issues I found, and a few drive-by curations that I did while looking for an answer, and my ideas for the future.

Published in Simply Ecologist
Author Erzsebet Frey

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have successfully tracked a massive animal species in the Peruvian Andes, providing critical insights that are set to transform our understanding of the region’s ecosystem. This remarkable achievement highlights the enormous potential of using advanced tracking technologies to monitor and conserve biodiversity in remote areas.

Published in Simply Ecologist
Author Erzsebet Frey

Tourists and travelers often look for unexplored and untouched destinations. It’s the thrill of experiencing something truly unique that drives us to these places. The unspoilt country, which I recently had the pleasure of visiting, is one such hidden gem. Imagine waking up to the astounding beauty of raw nature, with the unexpected surprise of having a gentle giant, an elephant, knocking on your doorstep.