84 highly endangered amur leopards remain in China and Russia
Scientists estimate there are only 84 remaining highly endangered Amur leopards (Panthera pardus orientalis) remaining in the wild across its current range along the...
New study reveals Ulsan is exposed to yearlong toxic fine dust
A new study offers decisive proof that South Korea's Ulsan city is affected by toxic substances contained in fine dust particles, regardless of the...
Capacity of North American forests to sequester carbon
Researchers have calculated the capacity of North American forests to sequester carbon in a detailed analysis that for the first time integrates natural processes...
Graphene could be key to controlling water evaporation
Graphene coatings may offer the ability to control the water evaporation process from various surfaces, according to new research. The study looked at the...
Ant soldiers don’t need big brains
Army ant (Eciton) soldiers are bigger but do not have larger brains than other workers within the same colony that fulfill more complex tasks,...
New species may arise from rapid mitochondrial evolution
Genetic research at has shed new light on how isolated populations of the same species evolve toward reproductive incompatibility and thus become separate species.
Fuzzy yellow bats reveal evolutionary relationships in Kenya
DNA analysis of fuzzy yellow bats in Kenya revealed at least two new species unknown to science. It's important because Africa's biodiversity is often...
Financial incentives create critical waterbird habitat in extreme drought
New research shows how financial incentive programs can create vital habitat for waterbirds, filling a critical need in drought years. Researchers used satellite images...
New model quantifies communities’ vulnerability to the spread of fire
Disaster-mitigation experts wanted to bring attention to the complexity of the so-called wildland-urban interface of fires. They've developed a model that attempts to quantify...
Tree shrews can tolerate hot peppers: Mutation in pain receptor makes peppery plant palatable
Almost all mammals avoid eating chili peppers and other 'hot' foods, because of the pain they induce. But not the tree shrew, according to...
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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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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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