(Phys.org) —New research from Macquarie University suggests that arid zone reptiles could struggle to find suitable homes as a result of human induced climate change.

Biology - Ecology

Mar 21, 2013 not rated yet 0

Woodlands and grasslands that support rabbits and small rodents should be protected if we are to save the wildcat, say scientists.

Biology - Ecology

Jan 23, 2013 4.5 / 5 (2) 0

(Phys.org)—Invasive species are known for disturbing their new homes. Whether it's the zebra mussels in the Great Lakes or garlic mustard in native woodlands, their rampant multiplication crowds out native ...

Biology - Ecology

Jan 21, 2013 5 / 5 (4) 1 |

(Phys.org)—As rapid economic expansion continues to shape the Asian landscape on which many species depend, time is running out for conservationists aiming to save wildlife such as tigers and leopards. Scientists at the ...

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Jan 16, 2013 not rated yet 0

As native birds continue to lose their homes due to the spread of the Australia's cities, scientists are urging city planners and householders to help save them by planting more Australian trees.

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Nov 13, 2012 5 / 5 (1) 0

A team of marine biologists and geologists have unveiled the first-ever set of maps detailing where vulnerable deep-sea habitats including cold water coral reefs and sponge fields are likely to be found in ...

Space & Earth - Environment

Oct 10, 2012 not rated yet 0

Over the last 30 years, great ape numbers have plummeted across Africa, due to increasing rates of commercial hunting, habitat destruction, and disease. A continent-wide, data-based overview of their habitats ...

Biology - Ecology

Sep 26, 2012 not rated yet 0

The Iberian wolf lives in increasingly humanised landscapes, with limited food resources and its presence is not always welcome. But, according to Spanish researchers, food availability plays a secondary role ...

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Jul 11, 2012 5 / 5 (1) 0

An international team of scientists have published the first continent-wide assessment of the Antarctic's biogeography, and propose that the landmass should be divided into 15 distinct conservation regions ...

Space & Earth - Earth Sciences

Jun 13, 2012 5 / 5 (1) 0

Analysis of a massive set of mammal data accessed through the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) Data Portal has helped quantify the influence of various environmental factors on which species are present in ...

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Nov 11, 2011 not rated yet 0