News tagged with homing instincts

Genetic buzzer-beater genes may save fish

Two distinct populations of rainbow trout -- one in Alaska, the other in Idaho -- share a genetic trait that could have huge implications for fisheries conservation and management, an eight-member research team reports.

Biology / Ecology

created Nov 29, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 2 | with audio podcast

Can magnets keep crocodiles away from Florida's suburbs?

Veteran trapper Todd Hardwick, who has hauled hundreds of alligators and crocodiles out of neighborhoods over the years, tried something strange earlier this year.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Mar 09, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 1