This is a video of a ribbon eel (Rhinomuraena quaesita) captured by Tjeerd Schone in waters near Padangbai, Bali in 2025. Every ribbon eel is born male, with jet black skin & transitions first to this colorful male, then to female - only when they've reached their max size. Let's talk about it.

Look again! That's a common baron caterpillar (Euthalia aconthea) sitting on its favorite food source, a mango leaf. This little guy, native to India & Sri Lanka, has perfect camouflage so long as it stays perfectly centered on the leaf's midrib. (📷: SatyamRajput004)

You're looking at an "Upside Down Jellyfish" (genus Cassiopea) & I think you can guess how they got their name. This is them most of the time: Not only tentacles up, but on the sea floor. But that's not the interesting thing. The interesting thing is they have no brain, but still can sleep.

The Green Broadbill is such a cute little guy, and he does such a convincing impression of brilliant emerald green that I'm willing to just play along. But in my heart of hearts, I know I'm looking at a yellow bird who likes to *pretend* to be Kermit-colored.

(sound on for full effect) Chapman State Park near Clarendon, PA is home to Chapman Lake, which is home to a group of energetic North American river otters (Lontra canadensis) that like to host a midnight rave / leaf frolic. Not sure where they plug the speakers in.

Specifically, they're employing 'aposematism' (threat display), rare in such a small animal. They also use their bold colors & loud noises to advertise THREAT & their response to larger animals is to run /towards/them. If cornered, they will attack with a surprising ferocity.

The Long-wattled Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus penduliger) are the weirdest birds, from pompadour/mohawk to long fleshy neck-tie shaped wattle that converts to a feather duster on command. Native to the Pacific coasts of Ecuador & Colombia, these extraordinary accessories are mostly found in males.

How can you even know when a jellyfish is sleeping? Is there snoring involved? Pajamas? Let's define sleep using three criteria: 1. Behavioral quiescence 2. Reduced response to stimuli 3. Active maintenance of this quiescent state Quiescence here meaning "quiet, at rest".

It's this protein that makes possible what Weis-Fogh called "clap and fling" insect flight: motion at incredible speed with almost perfect recoil, generating almost no heat. It's also at the root of our little flea's jumping super-powers. Humans don't make resilin, but we're trying to fix that...

To bounce back from the brink of extinction caused by the accidental introduction of invasive species required the cooperative efforts of zoos, conservationists & the indigenous people of Guam, the Chamorro, for whom the sihek has special cultural significance.

The Senate passed a bill to fund all of DHS except ICE and Border Patrol. And we did it with the unanimous consent of ALL 100 SENATORS. Speaker Johnson refused to vote on this bill and chose to continue holding TSA hostage and to continue Trump's chaos.

This Week on Nerd News! We got Disney, LOTR, Marvel News & more. What are you looking forward to? What did we miss? #nerdnews #geeknews #disneynews #marvelnews

🇺🇦 Ukraine attack ! Strike the rear: we are destroying the enemy’s logistics and artillery. Donetsk region. The enemy’s logistics routes and artillery positions are in the sights of the K-2 strike wings. #Ukraine #Russia 📫 🎥: Volunteers Angels war 🇺🇦

RP • @nathancjun They’re slowly starting to realize what’s happening.

🏆 Europa League path confirmed 🤔 How many changes to make in Europe? 📋 Brighton preview @mattdaviesff.bsky.social is joined by @mikeyclarke22.bsky.social and @stevebattlemuch.bsky.social #nffc 🍎 Apple podcasts: tinyurl.com/k97k77cc 📱 YouTube: tinyurl.com/2vycbnke

Democracy under attack! Can Mike Branik save the nation? 🇺🇸 Dive into the thriller of the year 📚✨ http://dlvr.it/TSjRPQ

#Meme #MemeCut #CapCut 👀 #twitchstreamer

This is where most people get it wrong. They stay busy, but nothing really moves. The problem isn’t the effort, it’s the direction. There’s a simple way to cut through the noise and focus on what actually drives results. #HedgehogPrinciple #InnovativeSmile #OrangeCarrotMedia

Last night, @mcclellan.house.gov told @deanobeidallah.bsky.social how the SCOTUS decisions is bringing back the Jim Crow states. LISTEN: Siriusxm.us/Dean

McDonald: "We want to rename those into the Making Fraud Completely Unprofitable Unit -- MFCUU"

“Rabat | The massive march in the Moroccan capital, Rabat, witnessed a striking appearance of the occupation's flag, featuring at its center a caricature of the settler infamous for harassing a Palestinian girl in the occupied #WestBank.“ #Israel #genocide #war #warcrimes #Palestine

lots more of this, please. resist the insanity. @WWG1WGA301 🚨 BREAKING: The Texas A&M professor who kicked a girl out of class for having a religious objection to transgender rhetoric has been FIRED, per Gov. @GregAbbott_TX GOOD RIDDANCE! Universities should NOT be woke indoctrination camps! 🔥

"It's lovely, yeah, it's real nice".  Today looks set to be May's hottest ever day on record, with temperatures passing 28 degrees in some areas. And the sunshine is forecast to last for a few more days. Our reporter Mairéad Cleary spoke to some people enjoying the sun. #VMNews

NEW: Sen. Mike Rounds (R-SD) tells Pablo Reports that Congress must have “some say” over Trump’s $1.7 billion fund. “We’re not talking a million. We’re talking a billion in this particular case. Even Congress pays attention to that.”

Last hour of early voting at the Ponce library.

Vecinos de Tijarafe, en La Palma, piden la demolición de una vivienda abandonada. Además, afirman que durante largas temporadas ha estado okupada

Health update: Slowly recovering & frustratingly taking longer than anticipated. Had more test, reviews & had some medication changes. It looks like some nerves causing the hypersensitivity but cough is slowly getting under control. Thanks everyone for being so patient 😭

NATO chief Mark Rutte's reaction to Trump's 'disappointment': Allies are "working together" on how to reopen the Strait of Hormuz #Iran #Trump #Oil #StraitofHormuz

Philippine President's uneasy alliance with his Vice President has escalated into a second impeachment for Sara Duterte in as many years, and chaos within the Senate. Marcos shares his views on the rivalry with Bloomberg's Haslinda Amin on "Latitude". More here: bloom.bg/4ebbvRr

DOUG-0039: SR 5 / Bill Arp Rd at Wenona St (Douglas) 🕒 9:33 AM - 9:33 AM ET (2x speed) 🌡️ 72°F | Overcast 📍: 33.716606,-84.765915

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AMERICA'S MASCOT HAS SPOKEN: 🇺🇲🦅💩🤯 #StephenColbert #DemocraticPatriot #DonaldTrump #DeplorableTraitor #STFU #GTFO #TTTH 🖕🤬🖕

A Nintendo Brasil divulgou o vídeo do prólogo de Star Fox dublado em português do Brasil, além de divulgar os profissionais envolvidos: - Francisco Junior (James McCloud) - Alex Barone (Peppy Hare) - Gabriel Noya (Pigma Dengar) - Fábio de Castro (Dr. Andross) - Guilherme Lopes (General Pepper)

What does real transparency under Article 50 of the EU AI Act look like? In our latest TL;DR podcast, @joanbarata.bsky.social explains why labeling everything “AI-generated” can mislead users as much as it informs them. 🎧 share.transistor.fm/s/13d2ab8d 📺 youtu.be/kJ30hMlLpDg #AIPolicy #AIAct

Our first health tech showcase held at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust saw more than 500 NHS staff explore a range of health tech innovations. ➡️ Bristol NHS Group hosts next on 13 May. Ready to take your innovation there? highland.health/showcase-bri...

Tama Tonga made his choice... 😳

Josef Pazderka 𝕏🔁 @novostidnua@twitter.com: 100 тисяч дітей стануть солдатами Кремля В окупованій Луганській області Росія вже не просто переписує історію. Вона переписує дитинство. Понад 100 тисяч дітей і підлітків залучёні до російських воєнізованих і пропагандистських організацій.

⚔️ 🐾 @rhomita.bsky.social acaba de sacar su juego en Steam "Notmads" 🏰 Tu hogar es una BESTIA viviente: ✨ Críala ✨ Construye sobre su lomo ✨ Explora un mundo enorme mientras se convierte en una fortaleza móvil ¡YA DISPONIBLE EN STEAM! 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻 store.steampowered.com/app/1938100/... #indiegames

New year, new look 👀 After the biggest undertaking of Parallax’s development so far, the transitions between views has been upgraded with animation! This effect looks A LOT cooler, but it also makes it easier to track things from one view to another. #indiedev #puzzlegame #gamedev

In #Microbiome 🔍Investigating the role of DMBT1 in regulating the composition of the oral microbiome and OSCC susceptibility 🦠DMBT1 shapes salivary microbiota composition and protects against OSCC development 👉 doi.org/q7jp #OpenAccess #Microbiota #OSCC

Good morning, Maureen! Thanks for the tag. Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.🇺🇸

Secret Service agents are being paid during the DHS shutdown, largely funded by $ from a previous legislative funding bill. As of March ‘26, LEO’s at the Secret Service, along w/ ICE & CBP, are being paid, unlike some fed staff who initially missed paychecks. I’m so sick of this bullshit rhetoric 👇

Pam Bondi refuses to testify under oath. #deconstruction #exvangelical #currentevents #news

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Trump’s tariffs are illegal. #news #tariffs

The current Senate? Refuse to capitulate to the current President? #velshi #psakibriefing

A hesitant first date, confessions whispered intimately, a love blossoming in the desert. Can Shiloh let go to trust Gunner with her heart? Or will his intensity scare her away? a.co/d/00DNeOCw ⬅️ Amazon link for #fatedvengence #tashairwin #magicmysteryspice #booktok #characterdesign #booksky

Un buen golpe con la roca!!!! 😆/ a whack with the rock!!!! 😆#MinaTheHollower

WFP warehouses and supply chains are lifelines - moving food and assistance to where it’s needed most. Across mountains, rivers and valleys, we sharpen planning, boost efficiency and build local capacity so every dollar goes further. Hear from WFP's Shiella in #Zimbabwe👇

DR ​Congo. The number of confirmed ​Ebola cases ​has increased to ⁠282 after 19 ​new positive ​test results were recorded. There have been 264 ​confirmed cases ​in Ituri province, 15 ‌in ⁠North Kivu province and three in South Kivu ​province.

Cavaliers HC Kenny Atkinson on tonight being a mental win: "Especially this group, we're trying to get over a hump. We're trying to get to the next level ... these are high pressure moments, you're down, you feel the crowd getting nervous. I think we took a step tonight."

Perth had such a great event & said so many important things about him & Santa. Can't wait to see what surprise they for us soon 🥰 I also hope Perth keeps wearing colors because he looked perfect in pink today 💗 🖤 PERTH X VELLA SLEEPMASK #CoreOnePrivilegexPerth #PerthSanta #เพิร์ธแซนต้า #perthtanapon

In an interview in 1977, Steven Spielberg said: "I wouldn't put it past this government that a cosmic Watergate has been underway for 25 years." Source: HighlyStrange

MORGANTOWN MADNESS‼️ After a balk tied it, a HR gives West Virginia the lead over UK in a 5-run 9th!

⭐️TOMMORROW⭐️ It's Galvini's Birthday and Redebut! With new lore, and a FRESH CINEMATIC APPROACH TO VTUBER DEBUT'S AS A MEDIUM! I cannot wait to see you there! SEE YOU TOMMORROW 6pm EST

2025: A year of changes and the need to take a stand. Join us in reviewing the year: mailbox.org/en/news/2025... 🎄 We thank you for your trust this year and wish you, your teams and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season!

This unmitigated failure lives in some kind of delusional reality which is fed by his yes man to keep him in the dark as to what's really happening because otherwise his head might just explode 🤨👉🏼which BTW would be just fine with me!🧐👇🏼

Le secrétaire général de l’OTAN, Mark #Rutte, a décidé d’ajouter un numéro à part à ce cirque ukrainien. Dans la vidéo, il dit que la parade de la victoire, le 9 mai à Moscou, aurait prétendument #eu lieu « par décret présidentiel » de la part de

X launches React with Video: respond to any post with a video clip, TikTok-style, with PiP and split-screen modes

A unique way to express how he feels lol