An evolution in the understanding of evolution
An engineering professor and her former Ph.D. student share a new, more accurate method for modeling evolutionary change.
Museums put ancient DNA to work for wildlife
Scientists who are trying to save species at the brink of extinction are finding help in an unexpected place. Researchers increasingly are embracing the...
Industrial melanism linked to same gene in 3 moth species
The rise of dark forms of many species of moth in heavily polluted areas of 19th and 20th century Britain, known as industrial melanism,...
How aerosols affect our climate
Greenhouse gases may get more attention, but aerosols -- from car exhaust to volcanic eruptions -- also have a major impact on the Earth's...
Fingerprints of Earth’s original building blocks discovered in diamond-bearing rocks
Scientists have detected primordial chemical signatures preserved within modern kimberlites, according to new research. The results provide critical insight for understanding the formation of...
Nature-based solutions can help protect us from climate-related natural hazards
Solutions found in nature should be our first line of defense against the increasing number of climate change-related natural disasters, say experts.
What happens under the Yellowstone Volcano?
A recent study helps to better explain the processes in the Earth's interior beneath the Yellowstone supervolcano.
First widespread chytrid fungus infections in frogs of Peruvian Amazon rain forests
Biologists have documented, for the first time, the widespread presence of the notorious chytrid fungus in 80 species of frogs from lowland rain forest...
Deep water sites off the US northeast coast are suitable for offshore blue mussel...
Offshore mussel farm sites need to have the right temperature, food availability, and the right currents. According to a study, several suitable locations can...
Photosynthesis Olympics: Can the best wheat varieties be even better?
Scientists have put elite wheat varieties through a sort of 'Photosynthesis Olympics' to find which varieties have the best performing photosynthesis. This could ultimately...
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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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