Corryn Wetzel

Corryn Wetzel is a wildlife reporter with a passion for telling stories about plants, animals, and those working to protect them. With a degree in English from Colgate University and an MA in science journalism from New York University, she has contributed to publications such as Audubon magazine, Smithsonian magazine, and National Geographic before joining New Scientist. Based in New York City, her work often highlights the fascinating aspects of the natural world and the efforts to conserve it.

Biography:  https://www.newscientist.com/author/corryn-wetzel/

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

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  • Leeches belong to the same animal class as earthworms.
  • Leeches can jump.

Deceptions

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Recent Articles

Chimpanzees' Rapid Communication: Turn-Taking Gestures Similar to Human Conversations

Chimpanzees' Rapid Communication: Turn-Taking Gestures Similar to Human Conversations

Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024 A study published in Current Biology reveals that chimpanzees communicate with each other in rapid back-and-forth gestures, similar to human conversation. With turn-taking averaging around 120 milliseconds, this suggests shared evolutionary mechanisms driving social communication in both species. The study found variation in timing between communities and most interactions consisted of a single gesture, but extended exchanges occurred during food or grooming negotiations.
Newly Discovered: The Jumping Ability of Madagascar's Chtonobdella Leeches

Newly Discovered: The Jumping Ability of Madagascar's Chtonobdella Leeches

Broke On: Tuesday, 20 June 2017 Researchers confirm leeches in the Chtonobdella genus can jump, observed by Ibn Battuta and modern scientists. They anchor their rear sucker, coil back, and launch forward like a striking cobra or spring. This behavior offers new insights into their behavior and ecology.