How to minimize the impacts of severe weather on wildlife
Data collected are providing crucial new insights for scientists seeking to minimize the impacts of severe weather and climate change on wildlife.
Chemicals in the environment: A focus on mixtures
The real world is marked by multiple stressors, among them cocktails of chemicals. The review article presents methodological approaches to isolating, characterizing and tracking...
Evidence to explain behavior of slow earthquakes
A team of researchers has made an important breakthrough that will help better understand the origin and behavior of slow earthquakes. Their work presents...
Bending with the wind, coral spawning linked to ocean environment
A research team has utilized modeling analysis to indicate that environmental factors act as a determinant in the timing of mass spawning.
The secret of strong underwater mussel adhesion revealed
Scientists have identified a mechanism of adhesive proteins in a mussel that controls the surface adhesion and cohesion. They substantiated the synergy of molecules...
Tension between foreign climbers and Sherpas began over 200 years ago
Recent tragedies on Everest have exposed growing resentment felt by some Sherpas towards foreign climbers and the foreign companies profiting from the mountain. One...
Turtle tracking reveals key feeding grounds
Loggerhead turtles feed in the same places year after year - meaning key locations should be protected, researchers say.
How old are they? Some non-photosynthetic orchids consist of dead wood
A research team has investigated the carbon age in some non-photosynthetic mycoheterotrophic plants. Using the radiocarbon emitted from atmospheric nuclear bomb tests carried out...
Exposure to diesel exhaust particles linked to pneumococcal disease susceptibility
A new study shows that exposure to diesel exhaust particles (DEPs) can increase an individual's susceptibility to pneumococcal disease.
Climate-friendly food choices protect the planet, promote health, reduce health costs
Increased uptake of plant-based diets in New Zealand could substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions while greatly improving population health and saving the healthcare system...
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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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Do you see a devil in this orchid?
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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