Plant survey finds dozens of nonnative invasive species thriving in southwest Ohio
Botanist Denis Conover does not have to go far to study the growing problem of invasive plants.
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Dec 1, 2023
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Study finds urban waterfowl are important seed dispersers for native and alien plants
Our park ponds typically hold good numbers of mallards, and urban grassy areas often hold concentrations of geese. In the UK, Canada Geese are an abundant and widespread alien species, well known for fouling parks with their ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 28, 2023
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Longing to know about longhorn beetles in Australia
The Titan beetle (Titanus giganteus) is the biggest beetle in the world. It's a dark brown colored longhorn that lives in the Amazon and grows to 17.7 centimeters long.
Plants & Animals
Nov 27, 2023
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Non-native diversity mirrors Earth's biodiversity: Study highlights potential for future waves of invasive species
Human trade and transport have led to the intentional and accidental introductions of non-native species outside of their natural range globally. These biological invasions can cause extinctions, cost trillions, and spread ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 16, 2023
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Invasive carp continue to be an ongoing threat to South Dakota's waters
Invasive carp (formerly known as Asian carp) pose a significant threat to South Dakota's lakes and rivers, natural resources that are treasured by thousands of anglers, boaters and water sports enthusiasts each year.
Ecology
Nov 15, 2023
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Geese 'keep calm and carry on' after deaths in the flock, says study
Canada geese strengthen existing friendships and forge a few new connections after losing close associates from their flock, new research shows. The paper, published in the Journal of Applied Ecology, is titled "Culling-induced ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 14, 2023
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Are Russian olive trees fueling an invasive species in the San Juan River?
The San Juan River, a major tributary of the Colorado River located in the "Four Corners" region of the southwestern United States, is home to two native fish species—the Colorado pikeminnow and the Razorback sucker. Both ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 9, 2023
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Extreme weather may help invasive species outcompete native animals, new study finds
Non-native species appear to be better able to resist extreme weather, threatening native plants and animals and potentially creating more favorable conditions for invasive species under climate change. That's the conclusion ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 8, 2023
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Genetic analysis shows European wildcats avoided introduced domestic cats for 2,000 years
Domestic cats introduced from the Near East and wildcats native to Europe did not mix until the 1960s, despite being exposed to each other for 2,000 years, according to two research papers published in Current Biology.
Ecology
Nov 6, 2023
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The debate over native plants and their cultivars gathers steam
Research to prove or debunk current opinions remains scarce as the debate over whether native plants or their cultivars attract and nourish the most pollinators.
Plants & Animals
Nov 6, 2023
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