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A wayward dolphin is trying to find its way back to the ocean after entering a wetlands channel near Huntington Beach, Calif. While it almost discovered its way out over the weekend, it got spooked and circled back, but scientists remain confident it will find its way home on its own. "He can make it out if he chooses to," said Peter Wallerstein of Marine Animal Rescue. –AP
Giant cannibal shrimp, which can grow to be 13 inches long, have invaded the Gulf Coast and the invasion seems to be getting worse. Scientists have begun research on the non-native species to see what kind of impact they have on the ecosystem. –CNN
In an experiment comparing human-reared dogs and wolves, scientists discovered domestication has become genetically inherent in dogs, but cannot be taught to wolves. When asked to complete several tasks, the dogs were more likely to look to their humans for help, while the wolves avoided contact. –Scientific American
In response to multiple attacks over the years, the Maryland Court of Appeals has deemed all pit bulls dangerous, and will fault owners severely for any damage the dogs inflict on others. –The Baltimore Sun
A recent series of cat deaths in Britain may be the result of a serial killer who has murdered 34 cats in the past few years. All of the animals were found dead after eating food laced with antifreeze. –The Telegraph
Scientists have discovered that the glowing belly of pygmy sharks is an evolutionary function designed to help them replace the light of the sun or the moon. Since pygmy sharks live so far below the surface, their bellies illuminate their way. –Discovery News
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