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Uganda's lions in decline, hyenas thriving: New findings from country's biggest ever carnivore count
For nearly 15 years, almost no information was available on the population status of Uganda's large carnivores, including those in its largest national park, Murchison Falls. These species represent a critical part of Uganda's ...
Plants & Animals
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Scientists hope hungry weevils from Louisiana can tackle South Africa's invasive water plants
Dozens of tiny black weevils cling onto a fern plant as it is tossed onto a leafy green mat coating the surface of South Africa's Crocodile River.
Ecology
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Ants in your house? Here's how they get everywhere—even high up in tall buildings
Ants are among nature's greatest success stories, with an estimated 22,000 species worldwide.
Plants & Animals
Mar 29, 2025
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Sneaky weasels caught on camera with surprising bait choice
When monitoring the health of mammal populations, scientists often use camera traps to observe the animals in their habitats. But weasels are so sneaky they're rarely caught on camera—leaving scientists with questions about ...
Plants & Animals
Mar 29, 2025
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Fish use sharks as shields to ambush prey, study reveals
Scientists have revealed for the first time that some fish sneak up on their prey by hiding behind sharks.
Plants & Animals
Mar 28, 2025
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How climate and barriers shape global patterns in seed plant distribution over millions of years
Why do some plants thrive in specific regions but not in others? A study led by researchers at the University of Göttingen explores the factors shaping plant distributions and how these patterns have changed over millions ...
Evolution
Mar 28, 2025
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After 7,000 years without light and oxygen in Baltic Sea mud, researchers bring prehistoric algae back to life
A research team led by the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW) was able to revive dormant stages of algae that sank to the bottom of the Baltic Sea almost 7,000 years ago. Despite thousands of years ...
Ecology
Mar 28, 2025
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'Feral, almost demonic' sea creature attacks surfer in California: What caused it?
A longtime surfer and marine wildlife advocate was "left shaken" to his core after a relentless and horrifying encounter with a deranged sea creature in California.
Plants & Animals
Mar 28, 2025
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First bald eagle chick of the year hatches at US Steel's Irvin Plant in Pennsylvania
New bald eagle mom Stella unveiled her first eaglet early Thursday at about 1:45 a.m. in the U.S. Steel Irvin Plant nest above the Monongahela River in West Mifflin.
Plants & Animals
Mar 28, 2025
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19 New England sea turtles are back in the Atlantic Ocean off Florida after rehabbing in Missouri
Nineteen sea turtles that were rehabilitated in Missouri after suffering the effects of cold water temperatures in New England were released Wednesday afternoon into the Atlantic Ocean off of Jacksonville, Florida.
Ecology
Mar 27, 2025
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By 2100, more than 80% of amphibian species in and around the Pantanal in Paraguay projected to lose suitable habitat
A study published in the Journal of Applied Ecology shows that the Upper Paraguay River Basin, which includes the Pantanal and its surroundings, could lose almost all of the areas suitable for anuran amphibians (toads, frogs ...
Ecology
Mar 27, 2025
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Moorland stability: Dominant species and biodiversity play crucial roles
Subalpine and boreal moorlands are ecosystems that contribute to climate stability by reducing excess carbon as well as acting to help regulate the climate—both invaluable properties in a time of advancing climate change. ...
Ecology
Mar 27, 2025
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Climate change threatens movement of birds through northern Australia
Habitat degradation and erratic rainfall conditions are impacting the movement of birds through northern Australia's fragmented landscape, a new study by Monash University has found.
Plants & Animals
Mar 27, 2025
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An unexpected underground alliance: Root-knot nematodes benefit root flies
Plant-mediated interactions between two belowground agricultural pests have been uncovered: When field mustard plants are infected by root-knot nematodes, they change their defense strategy in a way that unintentionally benefits ...
Plants & Animals
Mar 27, 2025
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Master architects of spider world discovered in northern Australia
A team of scientists led by The University of Western Australia has discovered two new species of trapdoor spiders in the Kimberley region, marking the first time members of the species have been found in northern Australia.
Plants & Animals
Mar 27, 2025
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Hundreds of fungi species threatened with extinction: IUCN
Deforestation, farming and climate-fueled fires are driving increasing threats to fungi, the lifeblood of most plants on Earth, the International Union for Conservation of Nature warned Thursday.
Ecology
Mar 27, 2025
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Ecological disruptions are a risk to national security
When the natural environment is stretched beyond its ability to meet basic human needs for food, clean air, drinkable water and shelter, it is not just a humanitarian concern for the world community. Research shows that these ...
Ecology
Mar 27, 2025
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Wild marmots' social networks reveal controversial evolutionary theory in action
It probably feels obvious that having a close friend can influence your well-being. But do the groups that you're a part of also affect your well-being? For example, does the culture of your work colleagues influence your ...
Evolution
Mar 27, 2025
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How corroding sea structures can provide vital habitats for marine life
Rust can be incredibly annoying if it appears on your new bicycle or car, but if you are a free-floating baby marine animal (larvae), it could be your dream home.
Ecology
Mar 27, 2025
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Humpback whales' use of memory to time their migration could prove less effective amid climate change
A new study led by McGill University researchers indicates that humpback whales in the southeastern Pacific combine real-time environmental cues with their memories of conditions in their Antarctic feeding grounds to determine ...
Plants & Animals
Mar 27, 2025
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