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Conflict in New Caledonia endangers one of the world's biodiversity hotspots

New Caledonia is a crucial biodiversity hotspot, with significant percentages of endemic and threatened species.

Toadstool with teeth and ghostly palm among plant and fungus finds of 2024

A diverse array of new plant and fungi species has been discovered, with urgent conservation needs due to habitat destruction.

Federal protection for monarch butterflies could help or harm this iconic species, depending on how it's carried out

Monarch butterflies are declining dramatically, prompting proposals for their protection under the Endangered Species Act as a threatened species.

They lived through the ice age. Can the mighty musk ox survive the heat?

Musk oxen are vital to the Arctic ecosystem, supporting both local economies and Indigenous communities.

Saving old and wise' animals vital for species' survival, say scientists

Older animals gain knowledge and behaviors that enhance group culture, yet they are declining due to human activities.

Orange 'alien egg sacs' discovered in river, baffling local ecologists

A newly discovered colony of non-native water bag bryozoans was found in a Utrecht canal, surprising local ecologists.

Conflict in New Caledonia endangers one of the world's biodiversity hotspots

New Caledonia is a crucial biodiversity hotspot, with significant percentages of endemic and threatened species.

Toadstool with teeth and ghostly palm among plant and fungus finds of 2024

A diverse array of new plant and fungi species has been discovered, with urgent conservation needs due to habitat destruction.

Federal protection for monarch butterflies could help or harm this iconic species, depending on how it's carried out

Monarch butterflies are declining dramatically, prompting proposals for their protection under the Endangered Species Act as a threatened species.

They lived through the ice age. Can the mighty musk ox survive the heat?

Musk oxen are vital to the Arctic ecosystem, supporting both local economies and Indigenous communities.

Saving old and wise' animals vital for species' survival, say scientists

Older animals gain knowledge and behaviors that enhance group culture, yet they are declining due to human activities.

Orange 'alien egg sacs' discovered in river, baffling local ecologists

A newly discovered colony of non-native water bag bryozoans was found in a Utrecht canal, surprising local ecologists.
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#sustainability

Humanity is on the verge of shattering Earth's natural limits', say experts in biodiversity warning

Humanity faces dire consequences if immediate action on biodiversity loss is not taken during the urgent negotiations at Cop16.

Life After Death: America's Cemeteries Are Rewilding

Cemeteries are transforming into natural green spaces, reflecting changing attitudes towards burial sites and their ecological significance post-pandemic.

Fly High: Fashion as an Ecosystem - KALTBLUT Magazine

Fashion photography can act as an ecological and aesthetic reflection, highlighting the relationship between nature and clothing.

Norway's Salmon Farming Dilemma (Encore)

Norway leads in global salmon export, facing ecological challenges from fish farming.
Innovative pilot projects aim to prevent wild fish interbreeding and promote sustainable farming.

Searching for tiny dung beetles that clean the vast forest floor

Dung beetles are essential for environmental health and biodiversity, serving as nature's cleanup crew.

Humanity is on the verge of shattering Earth's natural limits', say experts in biodiversity warning

Humanity faces dire consequences if immediate action on biodiversity loss is not taken during the urgent negotiations at Cop16.

Life After Death: America's Cemeteries Are Rewilding

Cemeteries are transforming into natural green spaces, reflecting changing attitudes towards burial sites and their ecological significance post-pandemic.

Fly High: Fashion as an Ecosystem - KALTBLUT Magazine

Fashion photography can act as an ecological and aesthetic reflection, highlighting the relationship between nature and clothing.

Norway's Salmon Farming Dilemma (Encore)

Norway leads in global salmon export, facing ecological challenges from fish farming.
Innovative pilot projects aim to prevent wild fish interbreeding and promote sustainable farming.

Searching for tiny dung beetles that clean the vast forest floor

Dung beetles are essential for environmental health and biodiversity, serving as nature's cleanup crew.
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#hunting-behavior

A gang of orcas uses an Ingenious techniques to hunt whale sharks in Mexico

Moctezuma, a 50-year-old orca, leads sophisticated hunts against whale sharks, showcasing unique hunting techniques and behaviors of its pod.

Squirrels were filmed feasting on tiny rodents. Scientists are perplexed.

Squirrels have been observed hunting voles, challenging the perception that they are strictly herbivores and indicating varied dietary habits.

A gang of orcas uses an Ingenious techniques to hunt whale sharks in Mexico

Moctezuma, a 50-year-old orca, leads sophisticated hunts against whale sharks, showcasing unique hunting techniques and behaviors of its pod.

Squirrels were filmed feasting on tiny rodents. Scientists are perplexed.

Squirrels have been observed hunting voles, challenging the perception that they are strictly herbivores and indicating varied dietary habits.
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#agriculture

10 years of the long read: Man v rat: could the long war soon be over? (2016) podcast

New strategies in rat control focus on behavior and ecology, not just extermination.
Effective rat population management includes understanding their roles in the ecosystem.

Guardian Australia's best photos of 2024 in pictures

Trans rights activists faced police resistance at an anti-trans rally in Melbourne.

10 years of the long read: Man v rat: could the long war soon be over? (2016) podcast

New strategies in rat control focus on behavior and ecology, not just extermination.
Effective rat population management includes understanding their roles in the ecosystem.

Guardian Australia's best photos of 2024 in pictures

Trans rights activists faced police resistance at an anti-trans rally in Melbourne.
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Exploring an undersea terrain sculpted by glaciers and volcanoes

Sediment layers on the seafloor provide a more complete and intact geological record than those on land due to environmental stability.

What Gives Christmas Trees Their Crisp, Cozy Scent?

The aroma of Christmas trees comes from terpenes, natural chemicals that play various ecological roles and create distinctive scents when trees warm up.

An Interview with Dan Lie | Berlin Art Link

This year's Preis der Nationalgalerie was awarded to four artists, highlighting collaboration over competition in the contemporary art scene.
#invasive-species

Why an Alaska Island Is Using Peanut Butter and Black Lights to Find a Rat That Might Not Exist

A reported rat sighting on St. Paul Island raises ecological concerns for seabird populations.
Rats threaten biodiversity by disrupting ecosystems, particularly in remote island habitats.

The lizard wars of South Florida help reveal how evolution works

Invasive lizards in South Florida are rapidly adapting as they compete, challenging previous understandings of evolutionary processes.
The competition between Cuban and crested anoles exemplifies real-time adaptation in response to ecological pressures.

New species of invasive flatworm discovered in three southern US states

A new invasive flatworm species, Amaga pseudobama, has been identified in the US, raising concerns over its impact on local ecosystems.

Invasive mussels could harm California Delta ecosystem and add to water costs

Golden mussels pose major ecological threats and infrastructure challenges in California's water delivery system.

You might beat back phragmites, the scourge of wetlands, but then what?

Effective restoration of American wetlands requires competing against the invasive phragmites reed through careful planting of native species.

Murder Hornet' Has Been Eradicated From the U.S., Officials Say

The murder hornet has been successfully eradicated from Washington State after extensive tracking and elimination efforts over five years.

Why an Alaska Island Is Using Peanut Butter and Black Lights to Find a Rat That Might Not Exist

A reported rat sighting on St. Paul Island raises ecological concerns for seabird populations.
Rats threaten biodiversity by disrupting ecosystems, particularly in remote island habitats.

The lizard wars of South Florida help reveal how evolution works

Invasive lizards in South Florida are rapidly adapting as they compete, challenging previous understandings of evolutionary processes.
The competition between Cuban and crested anoles exemplifies real-time adaptation in response to ecological pressures.

New species of invasive flatworm discovered in three southern US states

A new invasive flatworm species, Amaga pseudobama, has been identified in the US, raising concerns over its impact on local ecosystems.

Invasive mussels could harm California Delta ecosystem and add to water costs

Golden mussels pose major ecological threats and infrastructure challenges in California's water delivery system.

You might beat back phragmites, the scourge of wetlands, but then what?

Effective restoration of American wetlands requires competing against the invasive phragmites reed through careful planting of native species.

Murder Hornet' Has Been Eradicated From the U.S., Officials Say

The murder hornet has been successfully eradicated from Washington State after extensive tracking and elimination efforts over five years.
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#predatory-behavior

This cute squirrel hides a secret: It's a vicious predator

California ground squirrels display unexpected predatory behavior, hunting and killing voles, which reveals their complex social structure and eating habits.

It's a dietary niche': researchers amazed to find squirrels hunt and eat voles

California ground squirrels actively hunt voles, contradicting previous beliefs of them being primarily herbivorous, revealing complex dietary behaviors.

This cute squirrel hides a secret: It's a vicious predator

California ground squirrels display unexpected predatory behavior, hunting and killing voles, which reveals their complex social structure and eating habits.

It's a dietary niche': researchers amazed to find squirrels hunt and eat voles

California ground squirrels actively hunt voles, contradicting previous beliefs of them being primarily herbivorous, revealing complex dietary behaviors.
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#climate-change

How We Can Stop the Next Viral Pandemic

Bats have evolved unique immune systems that allow them to coexist with many viruses but are increasingly threatening human health due to habitat destruction.

What Brilliant Fall Leaf Colors Tell Us about Tree Health and Climate

Climate change is altering the appearance and timing of autumn foliage due to its effects on weather conditions.
Deciduous trees shed their leaves in autumn to conserve water and reuse nutrients in winter.

Why Risky Wildfire Zones Have Been Increasing Around the World

Urban growth dramatically increases the risk of wildfires worldwide.
The wildland-urban interface expanded by 85% from 2010 to 2020.
China accounted for nearly all global WUI expansion from 2010 to 2020.

Video. No Comment: lakes back in the Moroccan desert

Natural phenomena can restore dried bodies of water, attracting wildlife and plant growth during seasonal rains, despite prior droughts.

The dirt on biocrusts: Why scientists are working to save Earth's living skin

Cryptobiotic soil (biocrust) is essential for preventing erosion and maintaining dryland ecosystems, but is threatened by human activity and climate change.

Why the most climate-resistant glaciers are hiding in plain sight

Rock glaciers may survive climate change better than traditional glaciers and could be vital water sources for arid regions.

How We Can Stop the Next Viral Pandemic

Bats have evolved unique immune systems that allow them to coexist with many viruses but are increasingly threatening human health due to habitat destruction.

What Brilliant Fall Leaf Colors Tell Us about Tree Health and Climate

Climate change is altering the appearance and timing of autumn foliage due to its effects on weather conditions.
Deciduous trees shed their leaves in autumn to conserve water and reuse nutrients in winter.

Why Risky Wildfire Zones Have Been Increasing Around the World

Urban growth dramatically increases the risk of wildfires worldwide.
The wildland-urban interface expanded by 85% from 2010 to 2020.
China accounted for nearly all global WUI expansion from 2010 to 2020.

Video. No Comment: lakes back in the Moroccan desert

Natural phenomena can restore dried bodies of water, attracting wildlife and plant growth during seasonal rains, despite prior droughts.

The dirt on biocrusts: Why scientists are working to save Earth's living skin

Cryptobiotic soil (biocrust) is essential for preventing erosion and maintaining dryland ecosystems, but is threatened by human activity and climate change.

Why the most climate-resistant glaciers are hiding in plain sight

Rock glaciers may survive climate change better than traditional glaciers and could be vital water sources for arid regions.
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#marine-biology

Scientists baffled as orcas seem to revive an 80s trend: dead salmon hats

Orcas may be reviving a trend of balancing salmon on their heads, a behavior observed in the 1980s.

Animals in sticky situations

The article highlights diverse creatures' unique attachment mechanisms and the ecological significance of the Indian Ocean's ecosystems.

Scientists baffled as orcas seem to revive an 80s trend: dead salmon hats

Orcas may be reviving a trend of balancing salmon on their heads, a behavior observed in the 1980s.

Animals in sticky situations

The article highlights diverse creatures' unique attachment mechanisms and the ecological significance of the Indian Ocean's ecosystems.
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#architecture

'Modeling Ecologies: Take Care' creates a living archive of the Caribbean

The exhibition challenges traditional views of home by highlighting the intersection of architecture, ecology, and culture in the Caribbean context.

Be Advisor Headquarters / depaolidefranceschibaldan architetti

The BeAdvisor headquarters combines innovative workspace design with the rural Veneto landscape, prioritizing ecological integration and employee well-being.

'Modeling Ecologies: Take Care' creates a living archive of the Caribbean

The exhibition challenges traditional views of home by highlighting the intersection of architecture, ecology, and culture in the Caribbean context.

Be Advisor Headquarters / depaolidefranceschibaldan architetti

The BeAdvisor headquarters combines innovative workspace design with the rural Veneto landscape, prioritizing ecological integration and employee well-being.
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#evolution

Which Came First, Color Vision or Colorful Things?

Animals had color vision 500 million years ago, long before vibrant colors evolved.

Great power and great responsibility: how consciousness changes the world

Peter Godfrey-Smith's 'Living on Earth' emphasizes how evolving animal minds have reshaped our planet and calls for reflection on human agency and its impact.

Play Helps Us Face the Dark, Challenging Moments

Humans evolved to use play as a key survival mechanism, essential for adaptability and creativity.

Who's the Dodo Now? A Famously Extinct Bird, Reconsidered.

The dodo, often seen as inept, was actually agile and successful for millions of years before its extinction due to human impact.

A Deep Dive Into Their Role and Adaptation Uses of Bird Beaks

Bird beaks are crucial for understanding avian behavior and ecology, serving multiple purposes that extend beyond feeding.

Which Came First, Color Vision or Colorful Things?

Animals had color vision 500 million years ago, long before vibrant colors evolved.

Great power and great responsibility: how consciousness changes the world

Peter Godfrey-Smith's 'Living on Earth' emphasizes how evolving animal minds have reshaped our planet and calls for reflection on human agency and its impact.

Play Helps Us Face the Dark, Challenging Moments

Humans evolved to use play as a key survival mechanism, essential for adaptability and creativity.

Who's the Dodo Now? A Famously Extinct Bird, Reconsidered.

The dodo, often seen as inept, was actually agile and successful for millions of years before its extinction due to human impact.

A Deep Dive Into Their Role and Adaptation Uses of Bird Beaks

Bird beaks are crucial for understanding avian behavior and ecology, serving multiple purposes that extend beyond feeding.
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#research

A Hummingbird's All-Sugar Diet Would Give Anyone Diabetes - Scientists Finally Know Their Secrets

Hummingbirds exhibit extraordinary metabolic adaptations that allow them to thrive despite their tiny size and demanding lifestyles.

When They Hear Plants Crying, Moths Make a Decision

Plants emit ultrasonic clicks when stressed, and some moths interpret these sounds to decide where to lay their eggs.

Bumblebee Queens Prefer to Live in a Toxic Home

Bumblebee queens prefer to hibernate in pesticide-laced soil, raising concerns about their survival.

A Hummingbird's All-Sugar Diet Would Give Anyone Diabetes - Scientists Finally Know Their Secrets

Hummingbirds exhibit extraordinary metabolic adaptations that allow them to thrive despite their tiny size and demanding lifestyles.

When They Hear Plants Crying, Moths Make a Decision

Plants emit ultrasonic clicks when stressed, and some moths interpret these sounds to decide where to lay their eggs.

Bumblebee Queens Prefer to Live in a Toxic Home

Bumblebee queens prefer to hibernate in pesticide-laced soil, raising concerns about their survival.
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#wildlife-conservation

Wildlife biologist Diane Boyd: Wolf and human societies have intriguing parallels'

Wolves have faced eradication but are now rebounding; their recovery involves natural processes alongside reintroduction efforts.

An eco-light trail, bracing walks and Jane Austen: how to get festive in Hampshire

Gilbert White's House hosts an eco light festival focused on wildlife-friendly lighting, blending ecology with festive enjoyment.

Researchers Release Hawaiian Crows Back Into the Wild

The release of Hawaiian crows on Maui represents a new strategy to protect them from predators and contribute to their potential recovery.

Wildlife biologist Diane Boyd: Wolf and human societies have intriguing parallels'

Wolves have faced eradication but are now rebounding; their recovery involves natural processes alongside reintroduction efforts.

An eco-light trail, bracing walks and Jane Austen: how to get festive in Hampshire

Gilbert White's House hosts an eco light festival focused on wildlife-friendly lighting, blending ecology with festive enjoyment.

Researchers Release Hawaiian Crows Back Into the Wild

The release of Hawaiian crows on Maui represents a new strategy to protect them from predators and contribute to their potential recovery.
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#paleontology

From fossil dung, scientists reconstruct the rise of the dinosaurs

Fossilized dinosaur dung reveals crucial insights into the ecosystem dynamics of early dinosaurs and their relationships with other ancient life forms.

Dinosaur Domination Is Marked in a Timeline of Vomit and Feces Fossils

Dinosaurs achieved dominance through complex ecosystems, supported by research on fossilized feces and vomit, shedding light on predator-prey relationships.

From fossil dung, scientists reconstruct the rise of the dinosaurs

Fossilized dinosaur dung reveals crucial insights into the ecosystem dynamics of early dinosaurs and their relationships with other ancient life forms.

Dinosaur Domination Is Marked in a Timeline of Vomit and Feces Fossils

Dinosaurs achieved dominance through complex ecosystems, supported by research on fossilized feces and vomit, shedding light on predator-prey relationships.
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#animal-behavior

Inside the 'swat team' -- how insects react to virtual reality gaming

New technology allows scientists to study invertebrate behavior in virtual worlds, enhancing understanding of their navigation and interactions.

Moonstruck: tropical mammals take their cues from lunar cycles

Some mammals are 'lunar phobic', while others thrive in bright moonlight.

Octopuses and fish share leadershipand enforcementin group hunting

Octopuses and fish in the Red Sea demonstrate shared leadership in hunting, revealing unexpected social dynamics among non-related species.

Comedy wildlife photography awards 2024 in pictures

The article showcases stunning wildlife photography, emphasizing nature's beauty and the unpredictable encounters that photographers experience.

The art of animal architecture DW 10/30/2024

Animal architecture showcases diversity and intricacy in nest building and community living among various species.

Inside the 'swat team' -- how insects react to virtual reality gaming

New technology allows scientists to study invertebrate behavior in virtual worlds, enhancing understanding of their navigation and interactions.

Moonstruck: tropical mammals take their cues from lunar cycles

Some mammals are 'lunar phobic', while others thrive in bright moonlight.

Octopuses and fish share leadershipand enforcementin group hunting

Octopuses and fish in the Red Sea demonstrate shared leadership in hunting, revealing unexpected social dynamics among non-related species.

Comedy wildlife photography awards 2024 in pictures

The article showcases stunning wildlife photography, emphasizing nature's beauty and the unpredictable encounters that photographers experience.

The art of animal architecture DW 10/30/2024

Animal architecture showcases diversity and intricacy in nest building and community living among various species.
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These Wolves Like a Little Treat: Flower Nectar

Ethiopian wolves are unexpectedly consuming nectar and may act as pollinators, challenging traditional views of carnivorous diets.
#exhibition

Nieuwe Instituut Hosts "Garden Futures": An Exhibition on Modern Landscape's History and Impact

The 'Garden Futures' exhibition investigates gardens as personal, political, and commercial spaces, framing their significance in diverse historical and future contexts.

Short List: Upcoming events include 'Twelfth Night,' Cyndi Lauper, 'Little Shop of Horrors,' The Portland Ballet

The exhibit explores the beauty and resilience of forests after wildfires.
Photography project captures the aftermath of the Holiday Farm Fire.
World Forestry Center hosts unique insights into fire's ecological role.

The Turkiye Pavilion Announces "Grounded" Exhibition and Curators for the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale

The Türkiye Pavilion's exhibit 'Grounded' aims to showcase soil's ecological significance at the Venice Biennale 2025.

Nieuwe Instituut Hosts "Garden Futures": An Exhibition on Modern Landscape's History and Impact

The 'Garden Futures' exhibition investigates gardens as personal, political, and commercial spaces, framing their significance in diverse historical and future contexts.

Short List: Upcoming events include 'Twelfth Night,' Cyndi Lauper, 'Little Shop of Horrors,' The Portland Ballet

The exhibit explores the beauty and resilience of forests after wildfires.
Photography project captures the aftermath of the Holiday Farm Fire.
World Forestry Center hosts unique insights into fire's ecological role.

The Turkiye Pavilion Announces "Grounded" Exhibition and Curators for the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale

The Türkiye Pavilion's exhibit 'Grounded' aims to showcase soil's ecological significance at the Venice Biennale 2025.
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Fantastical Totems Emerge from Clay in Yu Maeda's Vibrant Sculptures

Yu Maeda transforms traditional Japanese art through vibrant ceramic sculptures that express spontaneity and a connection to nature.

The mad egghead' who built a mouse utopia

Calhoun's study of Universe 25 illustrates the complex dynamics of population density and its impact on social behavior in a controlled environment.
#biodiversity

Much of Ireland Is an Ecological Desert. Meet the Man Who Wants to Rewild It.

Ireland's reputation as the 'Emerald Isle' conceals serious ecological issues, including low forest cover and declining biodiversity.

Befriending wildfire - High Country News

Fire can rejuvenate California's ecosystems and agriculture through intentional management, rather than solely being viewed as a destructive force.

Efforts brew to revive green deserts' in southern India's tea country

Colonial tea plantations have significantly reduced native biodiversity in the Nilgiris, impacting both ecology and the livelihoods of local communities.

Much of Ireland Is an Ecological Desert. Meet the Man Who Wants to Rewild It.

Ireland's reputation as the 'Emerald Isle' conceals serious ecological issues, including low forest cover and declining biodiversity.

Befriending wildfire - High Country News

Fire can rejuvenate California's ecosystems and agriculture through intentional management, rather than solely being viewed as a destructive force.

Efforts brew to revive green deserts' in southern India's tea country

Colonial tea plantations have significantly reduced native biodiversity in the Nilgiris, impacting both ecology and the livelihoods of local communities.
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Sea creature spotted in California bay for first time since 2013. See the photos

A rare olive ridley turtle was sighted off the California coast, marking its first appearance in Monterey Bay since 2013.

We've become distrustful of each other': Braiding Sweetgrass author Robin Wall Kimmerer on Trump, rural America and resistance

Recognizing our symbiotic relationship with nature can transform our views on self and politics.

Chinook Salmon make an appearance at Lake Merritt

The sighting of Chinook salmon in Lake Merritt represents a significant ecological development, showing improvements in water quality and habitat.

As San Francisco's Prop K Heads Toward Close Win, 'No' Campaign Yet to Concede | KQED

Proposition K's passage is a pivotal step towards converting part of the Great Highway into park space, promoting ecological benefits.
#botany

Litquake 2024: "Atlas of Perfumed Botany" Jean-Claude Ellena (SF)

Jean-Claude Ellena will engage in a conversation about fragrances, botany, and ecological sustainability.

Memorial Minute for Otto Thomas Solbrig, 92 - Harvard Gazette

Otto Thomas Solbrig significantly advanced plant ecology, particularly in understanding genetic diversity in dandelions and the effects of human activity on ecosystems.

Litquake 2024: "Atlas of Perfumed Botany" Jean-Claude Ellena (SF)

Jean-Claude Ellena will engage in a conversation about fragrances, botany, and ecological sustainability.

Memorial Minute for Otto Thomas Solbrig, 92 - Harvard Gazette

Otto Thomas Solbrig significantly advanced plant ecology, particularly in understanding genetic diversity in dandelions and the effects of human activity on ecosystems.
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#nature

Giants Rising in Mountain View | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

'Giants Rising' sheds light on the history and significance of coastal redwoods, enhancing public understanding through documentary and film discussions.

Taking the long view - High Country News

Election anxiety complicates reflection; it's essential to seek connection and meaning through experiences of grief, joy, and hope.

Giants Rising in Mountain View | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

'Giants Rising' sheds light on the history and significance of coastal redwoods, enhancing public understanding through documentary and film discussions.

Taking the long view - High Country News

Election anxiety complicates reflection; it's essential to seek connection and meaning through experiences of grief, joy, and hope.
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How fungus-farming ants have nourished biology for 150 years

Leafcutter ants cultivate fungi in their nests, as proposed by Thomas Belt in 1874, highlighting an important ecological relationship.

Exciting things to do in Kent during the darker months

Nature walks provide unique insights into wildlife behavior, especially during critical life stages like the parent-owl dynamic.

49 Years Later, The Tiny Bird Stephen King Marked As An Omen Of Death Still Haunts Us

Whip-poor-wills' absence in adaptations of "Salem's Lot" reflects ecological changes linked to cultural loss.

Mushroom lovers, there's a board game for you

Undergrove is a board game that teaches players about the ecological relationships between trees and fungi through a captivating and interactive gameplay experience.

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

Human exploitation has deep ecological consequences, intimately linking environmental crisis with social, political, and economic dynamics.
Notebooks have played a crucial role in intellectual history, evolving but remaining essential for creativity and documentation.

Blown off course and washed away, wildlife hit by hurricanes

Hurricanes Helene and Milton significantly disrupted wildlife, particularly migratory birds, displacing them far from their natural habitats.
#wildlife

The beloved banana slug becomes California's official state slug

The banana slug is now the California state slug, promoting awareness of its ecological significance and cultural value.

9 United States Rivers That Are Infested With Snakes

Rivers in the U.S. host various snake species and are critical habitats, despite human visitation and activity posing significant pressures.

The beloved banana slug becomes California's official state slug

The banana slug is now the California state slug, promoting awareness of its ecological significance and cultural value.

9 United States Rivers That Are Infested With Snakes

Rivers in the U.S. host various snake species and are critical habitats, despite human visitation and activity posing significant pressures.
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My paper was proved wrong. After a sleepless night, here's what I did next

The statistical model for estimating animal populations is fundamentally flawed, leading to systematic underestimation of abundance.
#environmental-activism

'It's really sad': River dries up abruptly in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fish

Rapid desiccation of the Kern River astonishes residents and ecologists, revealing significant ecological consequences after court ruling on upstream water management.

Waltham Forest Council faces backlash over plan to house 9,000 people in high-rise towers near Hackney Marshes

Environmental activists oppose new tower block proposals near Hackney Marshes due to flood risks and ecological threats.

'It's really sad': River dries up abruptly in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fish

Rapid desiccation of the Kern River astonishes residents and ecologists, revealing significant ecological consequences after court ruling on upstream water management.

Waltham Forest Council faces backlash over plan to house 9,000 people in high-rise towers near Hackney Marshes

Environmental activists oppose new tower block proposals near Hackney Marshes due to flood risks and ecological threats.
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Various Artists: harkening critters

Forms of Minutiae's 'harkening critters' compilation uses field recordings to highlight humanity's connection to nature and challenges listeners to appreciate natural sounds.

'craquelures dans le reel' is an ephemeral device that ploughs & irrigates asphalt in lausanne

CRAQUELURES DANS LE RÉEL creatively transforms urban landscapes by integrating nature with bold installations, highlighting the interconnectedness of human and ecological systems.

Spider lovers scurry to Colorado as tarantula mating season gets under way

Tarantula mating season attracts hundreds to La Junta, where community and ecological appreciation thrive.

Taoyuan Land Art Festival Lights Up with "Squid Squad: Family Day" Installation | stupidDOPE

The 2023 Taoyuan Land Art Festival highlights interactive art that celebrates family themes and ecological awareness.

You Can Stand Under My Umbrella, if You're an Egg-Laying Locust

Desert locusts can breed in extreme heat with the help of males acting as living parasols, which may enhance sustainable management strategies.

Election blues and reds and greens - High Country News

The author advocates for ecological wisdom and social justice, emphasizing kindness and the importance of civic participation during election season.

Into the Amazon: National Geographic's immersive experience explores critical ecosystem

National Geographic's 'Into the Amazon' offers an immersive experience showcasing the ecosystem's beauty and importance, making it accessible to everyone.

Discover Santa Cruz's rich natural beauty, history

The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History offers a deep dive into the region's ecology, showcasing its founding by naturalist Laura Hecox.

Hummingbirds thrive on an extreme lifestyle. Here's how.

Hummingbirds exhibit unique adaptations that allow them to thrive despite extreme metabolic demands, making them a focus of scientific study.

Incredible fossils nearly 9m years old found underneath high school

Hundreds of nearly nine-million-year-old fossils found at a California high school site have the potential to rewrite Southern California's ecological history.

I no longer have to save the world': Novelist Richard Powers on fiction and the climate crisis

Powers' childhood gift of a coral reef book ignited his lifelong passion for nature and shaped his literary themes.
"Playground" highlights the interconnectedness of environmental issues through a focus on ocean life.

A golden age of rat research may be here. What the often unwanted companions can teach us about us

Rats, particularly brown rats, have a complex history and relationship with humans that is being illuminated by new scientific research.
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