Researchers caution that carbon-capture tree plantations may degrade ecosystems and reduce biodiversity. Conservation of intact…
Browsing: Ecology
Ecology is the scientific study of how organisms interact with each other and with their environments, from microscopic life to entire ecosystems. It examines the flow of energy and nutrients through food webs, the dynamics of populations and communities, and the impacts of environmental changes—both natural and human-induced. Ecologists seek to understand biodiversity, ecosystem resilience, and the balance that sustains life on Earth. Their research informs conservation efforts, climate change responses, and sustainable resource management. This page showcases the latest findings that reveal how life connects and coexists across our planet.
Genomic research on Darwin’s finches reveals key genetic factors driving rapid adaptation. An international team…
Research indicates that fairy circles, previously identified only in Namibia and Australia, have now been…
Deciphering the Mystery of Fairy Circles For over a decade, the origin of the numerous…
Göttingen University-led research team examines differences in form and function of island and mainland plants.…
Environmental DNA (eDNA) can reveal genetic diversity in populations, helping scientists track invasive species and…
Over the years, global observations of biodiversity have revealed a potential consistent pattern indicating how…
The findings reveal that wild horses, just like humans, live in a complex, multilevel society.…
Rising Populations of Wild Pigs and Macaques Threaten Southeast Asia’s Forests Rising numbers of wild…
Sharp Decline in Denmark’s Rare Butterflies In a span of 26 years, Eastern Denmark has…
Heavy herbivores like elephants and buffaloes are effective against invasive plants, concludes a new Danish/Indian…
Scientists Discover Bacteria Capable of “Sensing” Earth’s Magnetic Field in Deep-Sea Vents Bacteria that can…
To be outstanding in one’s field, one may need to be out standing in one’s…
The orchid Gastrodia foetida provides a nursery for fruit flies, marking the first known example…
MBARI’s advanced technology offers new insight into the “Octopus Garden” off Central California, the largest…
Through deforestation, erosion, and the transmission of sediment downstream, mining is having detrimental impacts on…
Large national parks significantly boost mammal diversity in nearby unprotected areas, highlighting their importance for…
Botanists and plant enthusiasts have rediscovered long-lost plant species in the tropical Andes, using the…