Plastic’s long reach: Polar birds at risk
When we think of plastic pollution, images of ocean creatures tangled in trash often come to mind. However, this problem stretches far beyond these...
New orchid species linked to Darwin’s famous flower discovered
Scientists from the Missouri Botanical Garden and their collaborators have made an extraordinary discovery in Central Madagascar—a new orchid species with a record-setting nectar...
Groundbreaking study demonstrates production of human insulin in cow’s milk
In a development from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the Universidade de São Paulo, a humble brown cow in the south of Brazil...
Giant sequoias in the UK: giants among us
In a fascinating turn of events, research led by University College London (UCL) and colleagues at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, has uncovered that...
New study reveals the secrets of animal friendships
In the realm of group-living animals, from the dense forests to the vast savannas, scientists have long been fascinated by the intricate social behaviors...
Halloween horror for sea turtles: The plastic threat in the Mediterranean
In a study that reads more like a tale of Halloween horror, researchers have made a shocking discovery in the Mediterranean Sea. Among the...
Coral reefs rebound fully in four years, restoration study reveals
In recent years, the health of the world's coral reefs has become a growing concern, with many facing threats that have left them damaged,...
Are dog DNA tests reliable? A surprising study reveals the truth
When you send off a cheek swab to find out your dog's breed, you expect results that match your furry friend's genetics.
However, a new...
Unlocking the secrets of animal friendships
In the realm of group-living animals, from the dense forests to the vast savannas, scientists have long been fascinated by the intricate social behaviors...
One in seven deep sea sharks and rays faces extinction risk
Deepwater sharks and rays, mysterious creatures that dwell in the ocean's shadows, are facing a dire threat due to overfishing, reveals an extensive eight-year...