Plastic pollution can kill variety of ocean embryos
High levels of plastic pollution can kill the embryos of a wide range of ocean animals, new research shows.
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Ecology news
The secret world of earthworms: Meet the tiger worm and the nightcrawler
Most people are aware of earthworms, but probably give them little thought. Some have a notion they are "good for the soil". Others regard them with distaste and think of slimy animals associated with decay. But these alien-looking ...
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Apr 16, 2024
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Spectator boats at large sailing events could be impacting marine wildlife with noise pollution
New research led by Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland, suggests that international sailing events should try to reduce the underwater noise they create to avoid impacting marine wildlife.
Plants & Animals
Apr 16, 2024
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Huge database gives insight into salmon patterns at sea
A massive new analysis of high seas salmon surveys is enhancing the understanding of salmon ecology, adding details about where various species congregate in the North Pacific Ocean and their different temperature tolerances. ...
Plants & Animals
Apr 16, 2024
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How phytochemical diversity affects plant adaptation to stress
Phytochemical diversity plays a critical role in determining plant adaptation and fitness, as well as ecosystem functions and services. However, phytochemicals and their ecological adaptations have long been ignored. Fine ...
Ecology
Apr 16, 2024
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First-of-its-kind study shows Florida Wildlife Corridor eases worst impacts of climate change
From rising temperatures and altered precipitation patterns to intense weather events such as hurricanes, Florida is experiencing significant climate-related challenges in tandem with skyrocketing insurance rates. As the ...
Ecology
Apr 16, 2024
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Study finds patterns of crop-specific fertilizer-nitrogen losses, opportunities for sustainable mitigation
Nitrogen fertilizers play an essential role in ensuring global food security. However, the applied fertilizer-nitrogen, particularly that exceeding crop demand and soil N retention capacity, can potentially escape into the ...
Ecology
Apr 16, 2024
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Grizzly bear conservation is as much about human relationships as it is the animals
Montanans know spring has officially arrived when grizzly bears emerge from their dens. But unlike the bears, the contentious debate over their future never hibernates. New research from my lab reveals how people's social ...
Plants & Animals
Apr 16, 2024
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Nine beavers die from disease in Utah—and it can spread to people, officials say
Beavers are being found dead in Utah, and the disease killing them can spread to humans, officials said.
Plants & Animals
Apr 16, 2024
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Study shows insect diet is reflected by the wear and tear on their jaws
Show me your jaw and I'll tell you what you eat: This could be the motto of a study conducted at Kiel University (CAU) and the University of Tokyo. The researchers investigated whether the wear and tear on insect mouthparts ...
Ecology
Apr 16, 2024
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