ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Electric Blue Tarantula Species Dazzles Like Jewel in Thai Mangrove Forest; What Is the Secret Behind Their Vivid Coloration?

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 09.22.2023 06:02 AM

A new species of tarantula with electric blue coloration was found in a mangrove forest in Thailand, baffling scientists with their unique appearance. Learn more about this arachnid in this article.

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Gray Squirrel For Dinner? London Restaurant Serves Invasive Species Menu

09.22.2023 00:49 AM

While invasive species pose a problem to other plants, creatures, and ecosystems, a London restaurant chef thinks they can be transformed into delectable ingredients. Read to learn more.

Rare Pair of 1,800-Year-Old Swords Found by UK Metal Detectorist Could Have Been Used by Roman Cavalry

09.21.2023 22:38 PM

Archaeologists identified that the swords were spathas, typically used by cavalry officers in the Roman Empire as they rode over their horses. Read to learn more.

Fiber That Is Stronger Than Steel: Is Arachnid Silk the Future of Sustainable Clothing?

09.21.2023 11:00 AM

A team of scientists has genetically engineered silkworms to produce full-length spider silk proteins. Learn more about it in this article.

Chameleon-Inspired Color-Changing Coating Adjusts to Outside Temperature, Revolutionizes Energy Efficiency of Buildings

09.21.2023 10:20 AM

A team of researchers developed an energy-efficient, cost-effective coating which can cool and warm buildings through the seasons. Find out more about it in this article.

New Bacteriophage Discovered in the Depths of the Mariana Trench, Shedding Light on Ocean Floor Viral Evolution

09.21.2023 02:14 AM

Researchers studied sediment from the Mariana Trench, Earth's deepest point, finding a novel bacteriophage in their analysis. Check it out in this article.

Ancient Egyptian Sunken Underwater Temple Found To Hold Extraordinary Treasures and Secrets

09.20.2023 22:15 PM

The archaeologists found gold jewelry, silver ritual instuments, and alabaster containers inside the ancient Egyptian sunken underwater temple. Read to learn more.

Legacy of the Runit Dome: How Does the Nuclear Coffin in the Marshall Islands Affect the Pacific?

Legacy of Runit Dome: How Does the Nuclear Coffin in Marshall Islands Affect the Pacific?

09.20.2023 11:00 AM

The Runit Dome in the Marshall Islands, which contains radioactive wastes from the atomic bombs dropped by the U.S, was found to have cracks and chips where nuclear materials could leak. Learn more about it in this article.

Tiny Ice Mouse With Teeth As Big As a Grain of Sand Thrived Alongside Dinosaurs in the Frigid Ancient Arctic Alaska, Study Reveals

09.20.2023 07:36 AM

The Arctic-dwelling "ice mouse" was a minuscule creature that thrived in the Cretaceous period, enduring extended winter darkness. Check it out in this article.

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Century-Old RNA From the Extinct Tasmanian Tiger Recovered for the First Time, Shedding Light on Thylacine's Biology Before They Died Out

09.20.2023 07:15 AM

Researchers recover RNA from a 130-year-old extinct thylacine, a milestone in de-extinction efforts. Continue reading to learn more.

Wild and Feral Pigs Ravage Protected Natural Areas Across South America, Threaten Biodiversity Hotspots in the Region

09.20.2023 07:10 AM

The increasing presence of wild pigs across South America poses threat as they invade protected natural areas. Continue reading the article to find out more.

French Fishmonger Buys Extremely Rare Blue Lobster To Save It; Crustacean Will Be Released in Forbidden Fishing Area

09.20.2023 05:55 AM

A French fish vendor buys an extremely rare blue lobster only to release it back into the ocean. Continue reading to learn the full story.

Ponds Are Net Greenhouse Gas Emitters Due to Methane Release, Study Reveals

09.20.2023 04:48 AM

If the methane issue with ponds can be addressed, these net greenhouse gas emitters could become net sinks. Read to learn more.

Mysterious Horseshoe-Shaped Seabed Markings on New Zealand's Ocean Floor Finally Solved

09.20.2023 03:40 AM

Sadie Mills, an invertebrate collection manager at New Zealand's National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research solved the mysterious seabed markings after several years. Continue reading to learn more.

Over 110 Ancient Cave Paintings, Engravings Found in Paleolithic Rock Art Sanctuary in Spain Date Back to At Least 24,000 Years Ago

09.19.2023 23:05 PM

Given how most Paleolithic rock art sites are situated in the north of Spain, this cave located in Eastern Iberia that contains distinct Paleolithic paintings and engravings is especially unique. Read to learn more.