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Fortune
2 weeks ago
OMG science

It takes only one Cheetos bag to have 'world-changing' impact on an ecosystem, national park says

Human actions, even seemingly harmless ones like leaving snacks, can disrupt fragile ecosystems. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 weeks ago
US news

How a dropped bag of Cheetos had 'world changing' impact on life in a cave

A dropped snack in Carlsbad Caverns can disrupt the delicate cave ecosystem, highlighting the significant impact of human activity on these environments. [ more ]
Fortune
2 weeks ago
OMG science

It takes only one Cheetos bag to have 'world-changing' impact on an ecosystem, national park says

Human actions, even seemingly harmless ones like leaving snacks, can disrupt fragile ecosystems. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 weeks ago
US news

How a dropped bag of Cheetos had 'world changing' impact on life in a cave

A dropped snack in Carlsbad Caverns can disrupt the delicate cave ecosystem, highlighting the significant impact of human activity on these environments. [ more ]
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#invasive-species
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Spotted Lanternflies Are Back. Here's How to Deal With Them. - Washingtonian

The spotted lanternfly poses a serious threat to agriculture and local ecosystems in several states.
It is essential for residents to identify and report sightings to control the infestation. [ more ]
The Cool Down
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Scientists issue PSA after discovering highly invasive NYC species capable of spreading across entire East Coast: 'We're talking about a big, big issue here'

The invasive ManhattAnt poses a significant threat to local biodiversity in New York City. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
OMG science

Here's what's missing from the invasive species narrative

Invasive species management is often reactive, focusing on established species rather than prevention strategies due to human activity driving their spread. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
OMG science

Infamous 'ManhattAnt' species finally ID'd after infiltrating NYC for over a decade

The "ManhattAnt" is a European species that has invaded New York City and is rapidly expanding its population and range. [ more ]
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Spotted Lanternflies Are Back. Here's How to Deal With Them. - Washingtonian

The spotted lanternfly poses a serious threat to agriculture and local ecosystems in several states.
It is essential for residents to identify and report sightings to control the infestation. [ more ]
The Cool Down
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Scientists issue PSA after discovering highly invasive NYC species capable of spreading across entire East Coast: 'We're talking about a big, big issue here'

The invasive ManhattAnt poses a significant threat to local biodiversity in New York City. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
OMG science

Here's what's missing from the invasive species narrative

Invasive species management is often reactive, focusing on established species rather than prevention strategies due to human activity driving their spread. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
OMG science

Infamous 'ManhattAnt' species finally ID'd after infiltrating NYC for over a decade

The "ManhattAnt" is a European species that has invaded New York City and is rapidly expanding its population and range. [ more ]
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BikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

Seeing the Forest for a Lack of Trees.

Living in a small mountain town is intertwined with the surrounding ecosystem, shaping daily life with natural elements and historic industry impacts. [ more ]
#biodiversity
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
OMG science

How a Crisis for Vultures Led to a Human Disaster: Half a Million Deaths

The sudden decline of vultures in India resulted in over half a million excess human deaths, showcasing the critical role of keystone species in ecosystems. [ more ]
Ars Technica
6 months ago
OMG science

Scientists get dung beetles to collect DNA samples for biodiversity studies

Manu Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO-protected area known for its biodiversity.
Trapping beetles for DNA collection is a practical and minimal impact method of studying wildlife. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
OMG science

How a Crisis for Vultures Led to a Human Disaster: Half a Million Deaths

The sudden decline of vultures in India resulted in over half a million excess human deaths, showcasing the critical role of keystone species in ecosystems. [ more ]
Ars Technica
6 months ago
OMG science

Scientists get dung beetles to collect DNA samples for biodiversity studies

Manu Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO-protected area known for its biodiversity.
Trapping beetles for DNA collection is a practical and minimal impact method of studying wildlife. [ more ]
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High Country News
4 months ago
OMG science

Scientists are tracking ecological changes as the Klamath River dams come down - High Country News

The removal of four large dams along the Klamath River in Northern California is part of the largest dam removal project in U.S. history. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
OMG science

Academy of Sciences raising sea stars whose population was devastated during ocean heat wave

Researchers at California Academy of Sciences are raising Sunflower Sea Stars in a lab to rescue them from near extinction.
The disappearance of Sunflower Sea Stars led to the rapid increase in purple sea urchins, causing harm to local kelp forests. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago
Science

These Invasive Ants Are Changing How Lions Hunt

The arrival of a single invasive ant species can have far-reaching effects on an entire ecosystem.
Scientific research can take unexpected turns, leading to valuable discoveries. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
OMG science

More intense, frequent tropical cyclones may devastate seabird colonies study

Severe declines in seabird populations occurred after a category-5 cyclone hit Bedout Island, indicating potential unsustainable losses as cyclones become more frequent and intense due to global heating. [ more ]
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