Powers of attraction could decimate deadly starfish
Scientists studying the Great Barrier Reef have made a breakthrough discovery that could protect one of the Seven Natural Wonders. Biologists believe they can...
Nitrogen, phosphorus from fertilizers and pet waste polluting urban water
New research points to lawn fertilizers and pet waste as the dominant sources of nitrogen and phosphorus pollutants in seven sub-watersheds of the Mississippi...
Call to phase out lead bullets at shooting ranges
While there is no safe level of lead exposure, US health bodies regard 5 micrograms per deciliter of blood as the level that is...
Potentially explosive methane gas mobile in groundwater, poses safety risk: U of G study
Potentially explosive methane gas leaking from energy wells may travel extensively through groundwater and pose a safety risk, according to a new study. It...
Isotopes with ocean circulation information
The distrution of a radioactive Thorium isotope is important in multiple aspects of oceanograpy. Now one researcher has revisited the issue on processes influencing...
Exotic species aren’t all bad
When it comes to their role in aquatic ecosystems, exotic water plants are generally no different than indigenous species. In fact, they can be...
Neonicotinoids detected in drinking water in agricultural area
Concern over the use of neonicotinoid pesticides is growing as studies find them in rivers and streams, and link them with declining bee populations...
Renewable energy needed to drive uptake of electric vehicles
Plugging into renewable energy sources outweighs the cost and short driving ranges for consumers intending to buy electric vehicles, according to a new study....
Living downwind of coal-fired power plant could increase risk of low birth weight
Drawing on evidence from a Pennsylvania power plant located upwind of New Jersey, a group of researchers studied live singleton births that occurred from...
Melting snow contains a toxic cocktail of pollutants
With spring finally here and warmer temperatures just around the corner, snow will slowly melt away, releasing us from the clutches of winter. However,...
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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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