Stuart Blackman
Recent articles by Stuart Blackman
Caterpillars are insects but have more than six legs. Here’s why
Discover the evolutionary marvels that contribute to a caterpillar's unique locomotion and survival strategies.
What is a cephalopod?
Cephalopods are an exclusively marine group comprising octopuses, cuttlefish, squids and nautiluses says Stuart Blackman
How long do birds live?
Just how long do birds live? Stuart Blackman takes a look at the lifespan of birds
Weirdest sea creatures - meet 13 strange sea creatures of the deep
Have you heard of the Johnson's abyssal seadevil? Read about this strange ocean animal and more in our guide to the world's weirdest sea creatures
Trillions of cicadas are about to emerge in the US in rare 'cicada-geddon' event
This spring, in as many as 16 states across the USA, 17- and 13-year cicadas are due to emerge at the same time, something that last occurred in 1803. What will happen?
What are Old World Monkeys?
Stuart Blackman explains the difference between old world and new world monkeys
How long do snakes live?
Stuart Blackman takes a look at the lifespan of snakes
Are there any nocturnal butterflies?
Do any butterflies fly at night or is that just the prerogative of moths? Stuart Blackman takes a look
What’s the hottest place on Earth?
Stuart Blackman takes a look at the hottest places on earth
New species! Tiny jumping spider found wandering around a university campus in England
A new non-native species of jumping spider less than 3mm long has been found walking around the grounds of the University of Exeter’s Penryn campus in Cornwall.
How do flies mate?
We explore the unique strategies and behaviours that drive these aerial acrobats to reproduce amidst the bustling world around us.
What is divergent evolution?
In the intricate web of life, the phenomenon of divergent evolution stands as a testament to nature's boundless creativity and adaptability. Here's why.
What is an exoskeleton?
These marvels of evolutionary engineering, crafted by millions of years of adaptation, serve as both armour and architecture for a vast array of creatures across the globe.
What’s the difference between hair and fur?
One of our favourite questions, and the answer might surprise you!
Can hippos breathe underwater?
How exactly have these notoriously aggessive animals evolved to function under the water?
Mantis shrimp have the most complex eyes in the animal kingdom. Here’s why
We reveal a fascinating insight into evolution's optical wonders
How do fish breathe?
Uncover the secrets of fish survival beneath the waves
Unicorns of the sea: Why do narwhals have tusks?
What is the narwhal's tusk? How long can it grow? What's it used for? Read on to find out the answers.
What is a chicken wishbone?
Just how useful is a wishbone to a chicken? Find out with our expert guide
Why don't woodpeckers get concussions?
What prevents a woodpecker from experiencing brain damage when relentlessly hammering into a tree?
Stunning new species of moth with whip-like defensive mechanism discovered in Brazil
Resembling the bright markings of the European puss moth, the new species – Americerura brasiliensis – was found in south-east Brazil.
Weirdest plants in the world: Discover some of the world's wackiest flora
Meet some of the weirdest and oddest plants on the planet
What are insects? And how many insects are there in the world?
What are insects? And how many species of insects are there? Stuart Blackman explains
What are echinoderms?
Stuart Blackman explains all you need to know about echinoderms and how they evolved