Genetic modification is one of the most controversial topics in all of modern science and with the advancement of synthetic biology over the last decade or so it is sure to become even more of a talking point in the future. Genetic modification is a subject that most people seem to have an opinion on, but I must say that a great deal of those opinions are built upon misconceptions or influenced by the charm of organic propaganda. I cant help but find such misunderstandings quite ironic, for example, the man who strongly opposes the consumption of genetically modified foods, yet requires the injection of insulin produced via genetically modified micro-organisms to keep his diabetes under control, to name just one such example. It seems that ...

A lack of sea ice caused by global warming meant this polar bear was unable to hunt seals and died of starvation. The carcass was found in northern Svalbard, Norway, far from its normal range, where he probably was looking for food.

Meet the proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus), a monkey only found in Borneo Island, Asia.

The proboscis monkey is one of the largest monkeys native to Asia. It's very easily identified (for obvious reasons).

The species has very pronounced sexual dimorphism, with the male being much larger than the female. Males also have much larger noses (the individual pictured is a male), but the noses of females are still very pronounced. The bigger the nose a male proboscis monkey has, the bulkier he will be — increasing his chances of attracting a large harem. Both sexes have bulging stomachs that give them the impression of having a pot belly.

The proboscis monkey is assessed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and listed in Appen ...

These are monkey orchids (Orchis simia). This species can be found in Europe, the Mediterranean, Russia, Asia Minor, and Iran.

This is what your palm would look like without skin, but don't worry, it's not a real hand

A female Madagascar hissing cockroach giving birth from her butt. After the brood hatches from her body, she secretes nutritional goo to provide them their first meal. That's dedicated parenting.

These amazing images of animals in the womb were compiled by scientists using ultrasound scans and computer graphics.

Giant panda twins were born Monday evening at Zoo Atlanta. They are currently being alternated between an incubator and their mother to provide the highest level of care. About half of panda pregnancies result in twins, though it is a rare occurrence for a US zoo.