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A nearly 200-year-old cemetery comes alive after dark, where the dead share space with frogs, toads, and the scientists listening to themCitizen scientists are lending their ears to a crucial cause, listening for frog calls in Cambridge's historic Mount Auburn Cemetery. This ...
More trees do not always mean more birds, and a Japanese study found grassland species fell by over 70% near shelterbelts, showing that restoring habitat can sometimes reduce biodiversityA surprising study reveals that planting trees as windbreaks on farms can devastate bird populations, particularly those needing open grass...
9 animal dads who put human fathers to shame this Father's DayAnimal fathers display some of the most fascinating parenting behaviors in nature. From seahorses where males carry pregnancies, to giant w...
Woman who rescued injured crow keeps getting 'thank-you gifts' from other crowsLeah Wilson rescued a crow, and the bird's clan now follows her. Crows remember kindness and offer gifts. This shows a deep connection betw...
When the Black Death killed half of Europe in the 1340s, ecologists expected the land to bloom; instead, plant diversity plummeted for 150 years until farming returnedA new study reveals the Black Death's devastating impact on Europe's plant life. The plague's population crash led to a sharp decline in pl...
The Emerald Labyrinth: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers curated nature trails and context-rich travelLouisiana is unveiling its quieter side with the Year of Outdoors campaign. Travelers can explore winding bayous and wetlands through guide...
In 1918, rats escaped from a shipwreck onto a remote island, and more than a century later, scientists discovered an unexpected consequenceA major rodent eradication on Lord Howe Island has revealed a surprising recovery of its insect life. For over a century, rats and mice dev...
How to identify Gaboon Viper: Key physical features, range, habitat, and dietAfrica's Gaboon viper boasts the longest fangs of any venomous snake. This master of camouflage lives in forests and is a patient hunter. W...
The Bushmaster Is the Longest Venomous Snake in the Americas: But Scientists Are Careful About What That Actually MeansThe bushmaster, a formidable pit viper, weaves through the lush undergrowth of South and Central American rainforests. Not only does its im...
What Happens When Lemurs Try to “Talk” to Humans Through Technology?A new study reveals animals might desire to use technology alongside humans. Lemurs showed a preference for interactive sessions involving ...
Why Pigeons Walk Through Crowds Instead of Flying AwayCity pigeons now walk among people instead of flying away. This change shows how animals adapt to urban life. Feral pigeons, Columba livia,...
Delhi's 'urban oasis': 90-acre Lodhi Garden turns 90Lodhi Garden, Delhi's cherished green sanctuary, marks 90 years since it was established as Lady Willingdon Park in 1936. This 90-acre expa...
Bats Were Suspected of Hunting Birds for Years, but What Scientists Finally Heard Changes EverythingScientists have confirmed that noctule bats hunt birds in the night sky. Using advanced tracking and audio devices, researchers observed ba...
Rescued golden eagle takes flight again in Tunisia after rehabilitationAquila, a golden eagle in Tunisia, was rehabilitated and released after being rescued from captivity with clipped wings. This success is pa...
Decline in Vulture population leading to health crisis in India, costing nearly $70 billion, 5 lakh deaths, study findsA significant decline in vulture populations in India has led to a public health crisis, causing up to 500,000 premature deaths between 200...
Why have U.S. Wildlife officials planned to kill half a million barred owls? Know about the controversyU.S. wildlife officials plan to use trained shooters to kill barred owls in West Coast forests to save endangered spotted owls. This contro...
US FAA sued by environmental groups over SpaceX Starship launch debrisEnvironmental groups including the Center for Biological Diversity, American Bird Conservancy, Surfrider Foundation, Save RGV and the Carri...
- Number of bird species in the world soars to 18,000
New York, Dec 13 (IANS) There are about 18,000 bird species in the world - nearly twice as many as previously thought, new research suggest...
- Andamans, Lakshadweep ‘spots of hope’ in bid to save oceans: IUCN
Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshwadeep Islands have been named as the new “hope spots” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (...
- NGO is Nashik set to honour eco-warriors again
Non-governmental organization Nature Forever Society, which is observing its third World Sparrow Day celebration on March 20, has invited n...