Impact of urbanization on wild bees underestimated
Wild bees are indispensable pollinators, supporting both agricultural productivity and the diversity of flowering plants worldwide.
Researchers uncover new structures at plant-fungal interface
For millions of years, plants and fungi have exchanged crucial nutrients such as phosphate and fatty acids, but the mechanism by which this exchange...
Drying without dying: How resurrection plants survive without water
A small group of plants known as 'resurrection plants' can survive months or even years without water. The research team made a significant step...
Alien species are primary cause of recent global extinctions
Alien species are the main driver of recent extinctions in both animals and plants, according to a new study. Scientists found that since 1500,...
Tree rings tell climate stories that technology can’t
A new study shows how information revealed by a new method of analyzing tree rings matches the story told by more high-tech equipment over...
Cell editors correct genetic errors
Almost all land plants employ an army of editors who correct errors in their genetic information. Researchers have now transferred parts of this machinery...
Research identifies mechanism that helps plants fight bacterial infection
Scientists have identified a regulatory, genetic mechanism in plants that could help fight bacterial infection.
PE, PP and PS: The most abundant type of microplastics in Mediterranean coastal waters
Polyethylene, polypropylene and polystyrene are the most abundant microplastics in the Mediterranean coastal waters, according to a new study.
Chelated calcium benefits poinsettias
Cutting quality has an impact on postharvest durability during shipping and propagation of poinsettias. This study identifies treatments that will best benefit these ornamentals...
Being surrounded by green space in childhood may improve mental health of adults
Children who grow up with greener surroundings have up to 55 percent less risk of developing various mental disorders later in life. This is...
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Gorillas, rhinos, lions and more will soon become extinct without immediate action
A report by 43 wildlife experts warns that without changes now, many of Earth's most iconic species will be lost forever.
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Named for 'el diablo' himself, a new and extremely rare orchid species reveals a wicked heart.
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Florida man arrested for stealing sea turtle eggs
He's given a whole new meaning to "poached eggs."
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Rare blindcat found in US, could prove water-filled caves connect Texas and Mexico
The extremely rare cave-dwelling albino fish with no eyes, the Mexican blindcat, has previously only been known to exist in Mexico.
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10 magical places saved by endangered species
In our efforts to save animals at risk of extinction, we've saved some extraordinary places as well.
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