Banana disease boosted by climate change
Climate change has raised the risk of a fungal disease that ravages banana crops, new research shows.
UV lights on power lines may help save Sandhill cranes
Crane species are declining around the world, and lethal collisions with power lines are an ongoing threat to many crane populations. Current techniques for...
Better way to determine coastal flooding risk
Researchers have developed a new methodology for building computer models that paves the way to better understanding the flood risks faced by coastal communities.
The winter weather window that is costing rapeseed growers millions
Rapeseed growers are losing up to a quarter of their crop yield each year because of temperature rises during an early-winter weather window.
New strain of canine distemper in wild animals in NH, VT
A distinct strain of canine distemper virus, which is a widespread virus of importance to wildlife and domesticated dogs, has been identified in wild...
Rice husks can remove microcystin toxins from water
An abundant and inexpensive agricultural byproduct, rice husks have been investigated as a water purification solution in the past. This is the first time...
Rethinking digital service design could reduce their environmental impact
Digital technology companies could reduce the carbon footprint of services like YouTube by changing how they are designed, experts say.
Cattle ranching could help conserve rare African antelope, lions
Ranch managers' placement of cattle corrals away from Jackson's hartebeest likely would allow the antelope species to increase, with lions focused on the zebras...
What the wheat genome tells us about wars
First they mapped the genome of wheat; now they have reconstructed its breeding history. Scientists have examined the genetic diversity of wheat varieties in...
Seagrass’ strong potential for curbing erosion
A new study shows how seagrass can help to protect shorelines against erosion and help to mitigate damage from rising sea level, potentially providing...
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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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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
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