Why do hairy mammals like being stroked? Scientists think that the answer lies in a particular group of neurons which respond to gentle stroking in mice. Nature Video learns more with a little help from some furry friends: LOL cats.
Read the paper: Genetic identification of C fibres that detect massage-like stroking of hairy skin in vivo
Rare crow shows a talent for tool use
Axolotls: A conservation paradox
Monkeys can make stone tools too
