Adaptation: Competition and predation may not be the driving force scientists thought
Species adapt to their local climates, but how often they adapt to their local communities remains a mystery. To find answers, researchers examined over...
Glacier algae creates dark zone at the margins of the Greenland Ice Sheet
New research has revealed new insights into how the microscopic algae that thrives along the edge of the Greenland Ice Sheet causes widespread darkening.
Human Populations survived the Toba volcanic super-eruption 74,000 years ago
Researchers present evidence that Middle Palaeolithic tool-users were present in India before and after the Toba super-eruption 74,000 years ago. The findings support arguments...
Unique non-oxygen breathing animal discovered
Researchers have discovered a non-oxygen breathing animal. The unexpected finding changes one of science's assumptions about the animal world.
Mangrove forests provide cause for conservation optimism, for now
An international team of researchers has found that globally, mangrove loss rates have reduced by almost an order of magnitude between the late 20th...
When it comes to conservation, ditch the ‘canary in the coal mine’
With habitat loss threatening the extinction of an ever-growing number of species around the world, many wildlife advocates and conservation professionals rely on the...
What to expect when you’re expecting electric transportation
While electric vehicles alone may not reduce carbon emissions, a new study reveals that when electric vehicles are powered with renewable energy and coupled...
Turbomachine expander offers efficient, safe strategy for heating, cooling
Researchers developed a device to decrease energy consumption of the vapor-compression heat pump cycle, which is commonly used in homes, businesses and vehicles for...
Lava flows tell 600-year story of biodiversity loss on a tropical island
A natural experiment created by an active volcano gives new insight into the long-term negative impacts of human colonization of tropical forest islands.
Scientists call on government to increase ambition to save our ocean
A team of marine scientists from across the UK has called on the Government to increase its ambition to save the oceans by overhauling...
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Gorillas, rhinos, lions and more will soon become extinct without immediate action
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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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