Rare discovery of three new toad species in Nevada’s Great Basin
Three new species of toads have been discovered living in Nevada's Great Basin in an expansive survey of the 190,000 square mile ancient lake...
Native leech preys on invasive slug?
Citizen science has revealed the spread of the invasive giant slug Limax maximus and its potential native predator in Japan, providing new insights into...
Gene drives likely to be foiled by rapid rise of resistance
A study in fruit flies suggests that existing approaches to gene drives using CRISPR/Cas9, which aim to spread new genes within a natural population,...
Molting feathers may help birds deal with environmental contaminants
Mercury is a ubiquitous environmental contaminant that affects the health of birds and other wild animals.
Cucumbers in space provide insights on root growth
Scientists have untangled the competing influences of water and gravity on plant roots -- by growing cucumbers during spaceflight.
Grasslands restoration is working in the soil, too
A new study finds that tallgrass prairie restoration at a large Illinois preserve is working at a foundational level -- in the soil. Bacteria...
Hitting the bull’s eye on crop nutrient requirements
A new method can determine crop nitrogen requirements with a precision of 10-20 kg N/ha by preparing a reference curve to determine when a...
Scientists unlock planthoppers’ potential to control future crop disease outbreaks
Researchers have discovered how a severe rice virus reproduces inside the small brown planthopper, a major carrier of the virus.
Better method for identifying aquatic species using environmental DNA
Researchers have improved their method of tracking species by using the biological material those organisms leave behind known as environmental DNA (eDNA).
Mow before you spray, and other tips for protecting pollinators in grassy landscapes
With the right combination of methods, landscape managers can strike an effective balance between pest management and protecting pollinators in turfgrass settings. A new,...
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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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