It’s a rare day at Science News when we’re not discussing animal attributes, conversations that more often than not include the phrase “That’s amazing.” Whether it’s a croakless frog that communicates by touch or the unique genetics of dogs living near the remains of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, there’s always something new to learn about the creatures that share our world.
In this issue of the magazine, we go all in for animals. We regale you with ants that break the rules of reproduction, snail-eating leeches and the world’s longest known butterfly migration. We also explain why it’s hard to tell if