Migrating mule deer track ‘green waves’ of spring forage
New research has documented that these economically and ecologically important game animals are not just moving from low-elevation winter range to high-elevation summer range....
Marine conservation must consider human rights
Ocean conservation is essential for protecting the marine environment and safeguarding the resources that people rely on for livelihoods and food security. But there...
Modified soybeans yield more in future climate conditions
Researchers proved engineered soybeans yield more than conventional soybeans in 2050's predicted climatic conditions after a three-year field study.
Lasers shed light on the inner workings of the giant larvacean
New laser technology is allowing MBARI scientists to look into the structure of giant larvaceans -- tadpole-like marine animals that are important players in...
Nickel: A greener route to fatty acids
Chemists designed a nickel catalyst that easily transforms petroleum feedstocks into valuable compounds like fatty acids. The process is environmentally friendly: not only it...
Hawaii: How the world’s biggest volcanoes formed
A new study has solved the 168-year-old mystery of how the world's biggest and most active volcanoes formed in Hawaii.
Spotted skunk evolution driven by climate change, suggest researchers
Climate plays a key role in determining what animals can live where. And while human-induced climate change has been causing major problems for wildlife...
Anemonefish dads do almost anything to support their offspring
Like the father in 'Finding Nemo,' anemonefish dads will do almost anything to support their offspring. Their parenting instincts are so strong that if...
Ancient meteorite impact sparked long-lived volcanic eruptions on Earth
Large impacts were common on the early Earth and were likely much more important than previously thought in shaping our planet. The findings raise...
The world should brace itself for a new wave of biological invasions
An international team of scientists has identified how our rapidly changing world will bring new types of invaders, often from very unexpected places.
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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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