Potential impacts of future heat waves on humans and wildlife
Climate change is often talked about in terms of averages, like the goal set by the Paris Agreement to limit the Earth's temperature increase...
Climate change limits forest recovery after wildfires
New research suggests climate change makes it increasingly difficult for tree seedlings to regenerate following wildfires in low-elevation forests, which could contribute to abrupt...
Experiences of nature boost children’s learning
Spending time in nature boosts children's academic achievement and healthy development, concludes a new analysis examining hundreds of studies.
Scientists warn about the dangerous interaction of plant protection products
A recent study found that the toxins used in agriculture to combat insect pests and fungi can be more dangerous than expected.
Little owls on the move
New study on an owl's re-colonization of northern Switzerland.
Scientists go to extremes to reveal make-up of Earth’s core
Experiments conducted at extreme conditions are giving scientists new insights into the chemical make-up of the Earth's core.
Climate Change: Heat-induced heart attack risk on the rise
Heart attack, or myocardial infarction, is the number one cause of death worldwide. A new study shows that the risk of suffering a heat-induced...
Mowing for monarchs
You might think that mowing fields wouldn't benefit monarch butterfly populations. New research, however, shows that disturbances like mowing -- at key times --...
Meet India’s starry dwarf frog, lone member of newly discovered ancient lineage
The starry dwarf frog is an expert hider. Plunging into leaf litter at the slightest disturbance, it has successfully evaded attention for millions of...
Autonomous vehicles could be an environmental boon or disaster, depending on public policy
Widespread use of autonomous vehicles (AVs) could either massively increase or drastically cut greenhouse gas emissions depending, in large part, on public policy, according...
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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
In our efforts to save animals at risk of extinction, we've saved some extraordinary places as well.
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