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fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Botanists identify 33 global dark spots' with thousands of unknown plants

Scientists have identified 33 global 'dark spots' where thousands of undiscovered plant species are likely located and at risk of extinction.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Botanists identify 33 global dark spots' with thousands of unknown plants

Scientists have identified 33 global 'dark spots' where thousands of undiscovered plant species are likely located and at risk of extinction.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Giant prehistoric kangaroos preferred to chill at home' and didn't like to go out much, scientists say

Despite their size expectations, giant kangaroos like Protemnodon had surprisingly small home ranges, remaining near fossil sites in Queensland, indicating a lifestyle much like modern homebodies.
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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump administration moves to narrow protections for endangered species

Trump administration plans to redefine protections for endangered species, risking increased extinction rates by allowing habitat modification for development.
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