Rats! Climate change is helping increase their populations in citiesRising temperatures accelerate rat population growth, creating significant urban challenges.Climate change directly influences the reproduction rates of rat populations in cities.
Cities are overheating. How do we cool them down? | CBC RadioCities in Canada are experiencing increasing temperatures due to the urban heat island effect, necessitating collaborative and practical solutions to cool urban areas.
Rats added to list of bad things that climate change is making worse | CBC NewsRising temperatures due to climate change are linked to increasing rat populations in major cities.
Rats! Climate change is helping increase their populations in citiesRising temperatures accelerate rat population growth, creating significant urban challenges.Climate change directly influences the reproduction rates of rat populations in cities.
Cities are overheating. How do we cool them down? | CBC RadioCities in Canada are experiencing increasing temperatures due to the urban heat island effect, necessitating collaborative and practical solutions to cool urban areas.
Rats added to list of bad things that climate change is making worse | CBC NewsRising temperatures due to climate change are linked to increasing rat populations in major cities.
Fears New York buildings' deadly toll on migratory birds could be on the riseBird collisions with buildings during fall migration in NYC have increased this year, especially affecting young migratory birds.
More eels, otters and water voles are coming to London's riversLondon is enhancing its biodiversity by reintroducing species like eels and otters to improve river health and combat flooding.
More eels, otters and water voles in London rivers as Sadiq Khan goes wild for natureLondon aims to boost wildlife like water voles and eels to improve river health and biodiversity over the next decade.
Spikes Ahead - First hedgehog crossing road signs for KingstonKingston Council is the first UK council to install hedgehog crossing signs to enhance wildlife conservation efforts.
The secret lives of Florida's crocodiles: study reveals long-distance commutesCrocodiles in Florida show unique movement patterns and prefer to avoid human encounters while traveling significant distances through waterways.
Fears New York buildings' deadly toll on migratory birds could be on the riseBird collisions with buildings during fall migration in NYC have increased this year, especially affecting young migratory birds.
More eels, otters and water voles are coming to London's riversLondon is enhancing its biodiversity by reintroducing species like eels and otters to improve river health and combat flooding.
More eels, otters and water voles in London rivers as Sadiq Khan goes wild for natureLondon aims to boost wildlife like water voles and eels to improve river health and biodiversity over the next decade.
Spikes Ahead - First hedgehog crossing road signs for KingstonKingston Council is the first UK council to install hedgehog crossing signs to enhance wildlife conservation efforts.
The secret lives of Florida's crocodiles: study reveals long-distance commutesCrocodiles in Florida show unique movement patterns and prefer to avoid human encounters while traveling significant distances through waterways.
An insider's guide to Singapore Art Week: Robert Zhao RenhuiSingapore Art Week showcases over 160 events, highlighting the evolution and vitality of the city's art scene and its integration with urban and ecological themes.
Meet the ManhattAnt, the ant that's taken New York's streets by stormThe ManhattAnt is rapidly expanding its territory and may threaten local ecosystems along the East Coast.
Neri Oxman's productive frictionsA biodiverse ecosystem, reminiscent of ancient NYC landscapes, is being recreated in modern Hell's Kitchen by Neri Oxman at her studio, OXMAN.
These ants quietly took over Manhattan and they're not stopping thereResearchers are tracking the spread of the newly dubbed ManhattAnt in New York City through public sightings.
NYC's Rapidly Spreading Invasive Ant, The 'ManhattAnt,' Finally IdentifiedThe ManhattAnt, an invasive ant species in NYC, has finally been identified as Lasius emarginatus after 13 years.The species has expanded rapidly and poses ecological threats.
Wetlands restored after thefts of filter equipmentVolunteers restored the historic Middlesex filter beds, returning them to a vital wetland habitat and enhancing biodiversity in urban London.
Meet the ManhattAnt, the ant that's taken New York's streets by stormThe ManhattAnt is rapidly expanding its territory and may threaten local ecosystems along the East Coast.
Neri Oxman's productive frictionsA biodiverse ecosystem, reminiscent of ancient NYC landscapes, is being recreated in modern Hell's Kitchen by Neri Oxman at her studio, OXMAN.
These ants quietly took over Manhattan and they're not stopping thereResearchers are tracking the spread of the newly dubbed ManhattAnt in New York City through public sightings.
NYC's Rapidly Spreading Invasive Ant, The 'ManhattAnt,' Finally IdentifiedThe ManhattAnt, an invasive ant species in NYC, has finally been identified as Lasius emarginatus after 13 years.The species has expanded rapidly and poses ecological threats.
Wetlands restored after thefts of filter equipmentVolunteers restored the historic Middlesex filter beds, returning them to a vital wetland habitat and enhancing biodiversity in urban London.
SF's Wild Parrots Suddenly Flocking to Transamerica Redwood ParkWild parrots in San Francisco are thriving as one flock of 220 and have adapted to new habitats.
Marie Winn, Who Wrote of a Famous Central Park Hawk, Dies at 88Marie Winn was instrumental in documenting the life of Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk, highlighting urban wildlife's relationship with human observers.
Country diary 1949: Marvelling at the variety of birds in south LondonThe Dulwich-Sydenham Hill area showcases an impressive variety of birds, highlighted by the occasional rare sightings near urban environments.
SF's Wild Parrots Suddenly Flocking to Transamerica Redwood ParkWild parrots in San Francisco are thriving as one flock of 220 and have adapted to new habitats.
Marie Winn, Who Wrote of a Famous Central Park Hawk, Dies at 88Marie Winn was instrumental in documenting the life of Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk, highlighting urban wildlife's relationship with human observers.
Country diary 1949: Marvelling at the variety of birds in south LondonThe Dulwich-Sydenham Hill area showcases an impressive variety of birds, highlighted by the occasional rare sightings near urban environments.
Live ones go in paper bags, dead ones in the freezer: the volunteers saving birds that fly into windowsVolunteers in Toronto work tirelessly to rescue birds that collide with glass buildings, facing emotional challenges and a significant mortality rate.
A makeshift goldfish pond beneath a leaky Brooklyn fire hydrant is reborn in a tree bedBrooklyn residents have creatively transformed a paved-over goldfish pond into a thriving urban aquarium, showcasing community initiative and environmental engagement.
The Northeast Is Becoming Fire CountryA forest fire unexpectedly occurred in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, raising ecological concerns and highlighting urban wildlife's vulnerability.
A makeshift goldfish pond beneath a leaky Brooklyn fire hydrant is reborn in a tree bedBrooklyn residents have creatively transformed a paved-over goldfish pond into a thriving urban aquarium, showcasing community initiative and environmental engagement.
The Northeast Is Becoming Fire CountryA forest fire unexpectedly occurred in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, raising ecological concerns and highlighting urban wildlife's vulnerability.
The Lizard King of Long IslandItalian wall lizards have successfully adapted to urban environments in North America since the 1960s, showcasing resilience and versatility.
The Belgian Pavilion Explores Plant-Based Architecture at the Venice Biennale 2025The 19th Biennale Architettura will feature an exhibit exploring architecture through plant intelligence, redefining buildings as ecosystems for sustainable living.
Tree ordinances continue to take root in Austin - Austin MonitorAustin has effectively preserved over 1.39 million inches of trees since 2020, demonstrating strong environmental stewardship.
The Belgian Pavilion Explores Plant-Based Architecture at the Venice Biennale 2025The 19th Biennale Architettura will feature an exhibit exploring architecture through plant intelligence, redefining buildings as ecosystems for sustainable living.
Tree ordinances continue to take root in Austin - Austin MonitorAustin has effectively preserved over 1.39 million inches of trees since 2020, demonstrating strong environmental stewardship.
Bed-Stuy Fish Pond Is Back With Major Upgrades Following WreckThe makeshift fish pond in Bed-Stuy was improved after a fire hydrant was turned off, allowing for better conditions for fish survival.
Your guide to NYC's 'Trash Revolution' as key changes come this November - QNSNew York City's 'Trash Revolution' mandates sealed bins for trash to enhance waste management and decrease rat populations.
I think, boy, I'm a part of all this': how local heroes reforested Rio's green heartRio de Janeiro's forests, vital to its UNESCO status, are a product of human reforestation efforts led by local workers.
Boston won't implement rat birth control yet after pilot resultsRat birth control pilot in Jamaica Plain was deemed ineffective, although a nonprofit claims success in nearby Hyde Park with a significant rat population reduction.
Yes, Spotted Lanternflies Are Still Worth Stomping OnSpotted lanternflies are an invasive species spreading rapidly in urban areas, without natural predators to control their population.
Hunt for invasive bug damaging London treesVolunteers track the invasive plane lace bug threatening London plane trees, highlighting environmental concerns due to its sap-sucking behavior.
Yes, Spotted Lanternflies Are Still Worth Stomping OnSpotted lanternflies are an invasive species spreading rapidly in urban areas, without natural predators to control their population.
Hunt for invasive bug damaging London treesVolunteers track the invasive plane lace bug threatening London plane trees, highlighting environmental concerns due to its sap-sucking behavior.
Reviving Nature in the City: Lessons From Urban Green Space RestorationUrban green spaces in NYC are crucial for environmental health, providing benefits like air and water purification and biodiversity support.
Urban Ecology in Action: Field Lessons From Randall's Island to Bronx Park EastStudents engaged in hands-on learning about urban ecology's critical role in sustainable community development.
Perspective | The mayflies are sending us a warning about urban wildfiresUrban wildfires disrupt aquatic ecosystems and threaten water quality, highlighting the importance of understanding their impacts on local stream dwellers.
The Big City Is Vibrant. Birds There May Be Getting Less So.Urban birds have duller plumage due to pollution, impacting their coloration and survival mechanisms compared to rural birds.
East San Jose gets funds to clean lakeCommunity volunteers contribute significantly to environmental restoration in urban areas.Federal funding aids in revitalizing neglected parks, promoting ecological and community equity.
Londoners asked to count city's pollinating insectsLondeners are participating in the first annual city-wide pollinator count to gather data on pollinator health.