Sometimes scientists make mistakes. Case in point is the chanchita, a South American freshwater fish…
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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth, encompassing the vast range of species, ecosystems, and genetic diversity that sustain life and ecological balance. It is crucial for ecosystem health, resilience, and the services nature provides—such as clean air, water, food, and climate regulation. Biodiversity is currently under threat from habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and invasive species, prompting urgent scientific efforts to understand and protect it. Stay informed with the latest research on biodiversity trends, conservation strategies, and the interconnectedness of life on our planet.
Hunting wild animals has been practiced by humans for millions of years; however, the extraction…
A newly discovered species of ancient wasp-mimicking flies was named Buccinatormyia gangnami, after a famous…
An international research team in which Spanish experts participate has shown that sparse species are…
The regrowth of Amazonian forests following deforestation can happen much slower than previously thought, a…
The researchers combined data across North America and Europe using a meta-analysis, a way of…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3PWyps6ytk Soil animal days 2019: Fewer ants but more millipedes, woodlice still on top The…
It’s not just oranges that grow in Florida. Carambola, or star fruit as most in…
With intensifying human activity, many species are threatened with extinction. However, many other species have…
Researchers find signatures of deep past in biodiversity patterns today. In the first study of…
Scientists find that unappetizing moths make less effort to escape attacking bats. You might think…
“Cephalopods were the first intelligent animals on the planet.” This quote from Dr. Sydney Brenner,…
A new University of New South Wales (UNSW) study has shown that using a drone…
Researchers assess direct and indirect effects of urban growth on a global scale. Leipzig/Halle/Arlington. In…
Scientists have identified a new bird species from the Southern coast of China, that diverged…
Scientists at the California Academy of Sciences Describe 71 New Species in 2019 From geckos…
Fire plays important role for Sierra Nevada bats. Bats face many threats — from habitat…
An international team of researchers led by the University of Leeds have revealed for the…