Uncovering the secrets behind Earth’s first major mass extinction
New research reveals more information about the first and oldest of the 'big five' extinctions. Around 85% of marine species, most of which lived...
Climate change to stir up global agriculture within next decade
New computer simulations predict deep changes in growing conditions affecting the productivity of major crops already within the next 10 years if current global...
A reef in two gears: New patterns of coral recovery discovered
Combining an innovative approach developed for medical sciences mathematicians and marine ecologists have identified new coral recovery patterns in the Great Barrier Reef, providing...
Is ski tourism heading downhill due to climate change?
Is ski tourism on a downward slope or can winter holiday resorts weather the ongoing impact of climate change? Researchers investigated the impacts of...
Increased frequency of extreme ice melting in Greenland raises global flood risk
Global warming has caused extreme ice melting events in Greenland to become more frequent and more intense over the past 40 years according to...
Is it worth trying to sway the most staunch climate deniers?
A researcher surveyed 645 Americans about their beliefs on climate change -- whether or not those beliefs are informed by fact or fiction --...
Morro Bay seagrass loss causes change in fish populations
The loss of seagrass habitat caused a dramatic shift in fish species in Morro Bay. Areas once covered with lush seagrass meadows and unique...
Drones show promise in speeding up communication with underwater robots for ocean surveys
Researchers have investigated the performance capability of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) as a communication platform with autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for ocean and seafloor...
Meanders in river beds help the climate
River beds that can shift naturally are more efficient carbon sinks than straightened rivers.
Blasting the ‘zombie’ out of water-saving tech
Scientists suggest that reliance on modern irrigation technologies as a water-use efficiency strategy is a 'zombie idea' -- one that persists no matter how...
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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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