About Rachael Funnell
About the Author
Rachael is a writer and zoologist with a degree from the University of Southampton, specializing in animal behavior, evolution, palaeontology, and the environment. As a producer for CURIOUS Live, IFLScience's virtual event, she has led engaging discussions on forensic pathology, taphonomy, entomology, and botany on the Death Stage, with further events scheduled for 2025. As co-editor of CURIOUS, IFLScience’s e-magazine, Rachael crafts travel features exploring the science behind Earth’s most fascinating habitats and landmarks, and dives into the latest sci-fi TV, films, and books. She is also a host on the Break It Down, We Have Questions, and The Big Questions podcasts, and produces and presents video content for YouTube and social media.
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Southampton University, BSc Zoology , 2014
TIME AT IFLSCIENCE
2020 - PRESENT
3,157 PUBLISHED ARTICLES
LOCATION
London
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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The Fall Equinox Is Coming – Here's What It Means (And What It Doesn't)
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The Fall Equinox Is Coming – Here's What It Means (And What It Doesn't)
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Jellyfish Are Capable Of Something Scientists Never Dreamed They Could Do
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Jellyfish Are Capable Of Something Scientists Never Dreamed They Could Do
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Astonishing 15-Million-Year-Old Spider Fossil Is The Second Largest Ever Found
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Astonishing 15-Million-Year-Old Spider Fossil Is The Second Largest Ever Found
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One Of Earth's Longest Living Organisms Is A 14,000-Year-Old Root System
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One Of Earth's Longest Living Organisms Is A 14,000-Year-Old Root System
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Guard Dogs Protect Sheep From Prowling Puma In First Of Its Kind Footage
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Guard Dogs Protect Sheep From Prowling Puma In First Of Its Kind Footage




















