Trillions of Miles Away – Distant Supernovae May Impact the Diversity of Life on Earth
A new study published in Ecology and Evolution by Henrik Svensmark of DTU Space has shown that the explosion of stars, also known as supernovae,…
Biodiversity News
Pangolins Are at Risk – Illegal Trade and Poor Regulation
Pangolins, a group of mammals with distinctive scale-covered bodies, are facing a sharp decrease in their populations across Asia and Africa due to rampant illegal…
Scientists Baffled by New “Size of Life” Discovery About Our Planet’s Biomass
Life comes in all shapes in sizes, but some sizes are more popular than others, new research from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has…
Should Scientists Reintroduce the Lynx to Scotland? It’s Complicated
New research reveals a range of complex opinions surrounding plans to reintroduce the lynx in Scotland. The lynx went extinct in Britain over a thousand…
Giants & Microbes Rule the World: Surprising Size Extremes Dominate Earth’s Biomass
Rutgers researchers conduct survey on the body sizes of Earth’s organisms. Life may come in all shapes and sizes, but in nature, the most extreme…
Considered Extinct for 36 Years: Endangered Vulture Returns to Bulgaria
The Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus), also referred to as the Black Vulture, Monk Vulture, or Eurasian Black Vulture, is the biggest bird of prey in…
Planting the Seeds of Discovery: Scientists Identify 100 Important Questions Facing Plant Science
An international panel of scientists has identified 100 of the most important questions facing plant science. What are the key research priorities that will help…
Climate Change Could Cause Devastating Mass Exodus of Tropical Plankton
The tropical oceans harbor the most varied plankton communities on our planet, which serve as the foundation of marine food webs. However, it may come…
Rediscovery of the Elusive Fairy Lantern: Thismia kobensis Emerges After 30 Years
Green leaves and the ability to photosynthesize were once considered hallmarks of plants. However, some plants have evolved to obtain their nutrients in alternative ways,…
Australia’s Rarest Bird of Prey Is Facing Extinction
Australia’s rarest bird of prey — the red goshawk (Erythrotriorchis radiatus) — is facing extinction, with Cape York Peninsula now the only place in Queensland…
Harvard Researchers Discover Five New Deep-Sea Squat Lobster Species – Calling for a Revision of Current Systematics
Squat lobsters from the family Munidopsidae, known as Munidopsid, are highly prevalent among the decapods found at the abyssal depths of the ocean. These creatures…
A Lifeline for Corals: How Better Access to Sunlight Can Save the Reefs
Penn State’s new research underscores the vital role of water clarity in coral reef conservation. The study reveals that underwater light intensity significantly impacts coral…
Scientists Solve 200-Year-Old Biodiversity Mystery Through Analysis of Over 400,000 Fossils
Large-Scale Fossil Study Reveals Origins of Modern-Day Biodiversity Gradient 15 Million Years Ago Today, species richness peaks in equatorial regions but until now there has…
Agriculture Threatens Permanent Loss of Plant Diversity
Even many years after being abandoned, plant diversity of former agricultural sites is still incomplete compared to undisturbed sites. Agriculture is considered a major disturbance…
Shaking Up Our Understanding: Ethereal Variant of Mysterious Plant Is Actually a New Species
It was once thought that green leaves and photosynthesis were essential for plants, however, some plants have evolved to obtain their nutrients from other organisms…
Can Elephants Save the Planet? These Majestic Animals Are Key to Capturing Atmospheric Carbon
Researchers discover elephant extinction could have major impact on atmospheric carbon levels. In findings published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), Saint…
New Research Reveals Why You Shouldn’t Let Your Cat Outside
The next time you let your cat outside for its daily adventure, you may want to reconsider. A new study by University of Maryland researchers…
National Parks Are the Backbone of Conservation – Here How To Make Them Better
Corridors Between Western U.S. National Parks Would Greatly Increase the Persistence Time of Mammals National parks play a crucial role in conservation efforts, however, increasing…
