ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

LOOK: These Desert Geckos Glow Neon Green Under the Moonlight

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 01.12.2021 21:29 PM

Web-footed geckos from Namibia's desert have skin pigment cells along their flank and around their eyes that make them glow neon green under the moonlight.

Glass Skeleton: The Remarkable Strength of a Sea Sponge

01.12.2021 20:20 PM

Research shows a glass skeleton of Venus' Flower Basket is stronger than trusses and other lattice structures.

Brown Tree Snakes Developed "Lasso" Technique For Tree Climbing

01.12.2021 00:46 AM

Scientists reported a discovery that brown tree snakes climb wide trees by creating a lasso of themselves. It is the first time that wildlife experts have seen such behavior in the wild.

Coalition of Over 50 Countries Commit to Protecting 30% of Land and Oceans

01.12.2021 00:39 AM

Over 50 countries, including the United Kingdom and France, have committed to protecting 30% of the world's land and oceans.

Oxford Scientists Convert Carbon Dioxide Into Carbon-Neutral Jet Fuel

01.12.2021 00:10 AM

A team of researchers from the University of Oxford converted carbon dioxide into carbon-neutral jet fuel. They are confident that this innovation will have a positive impact on sustainable aviation fuel.

Nonnative Birds Take Charge in Oahu Seed Dispersal

01.11.2021 23:17 PM

Researchers discovered that nonnative birds in the island of Oahu, Hawaii, plays a greater role in seed dispersal - with most of the seeds found belonging to plant species also nonnative to the island.

Insects from All Over the Globe are Vanishing at Alarming Rates ---But it isn't too Late

01.11.2021 22:48 PM

New reports of the rapid decrease in insect population worry scientists, but it's not too late for us to do our part.

3D Printing Helps Rehabilitate Vital Coral Reefs in Hong Kong

01.11.2021 21:11 PM

Scientists use 3D printed terracotta tiles to help restore coral reefs in Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park. Scientists from the University of Hong Kong are utilizing 3D printed artificial reefs to mimic brain corals and help regenerate the coral reef population in Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park.

Here's Why Crocodiles Look Nearly the Same For 200 Million Years

01.11.2021 20:26 PM

New research sheds light on the mysterious evolution and historic past of one of the biggest aquatic animals.

How Do Scientists "Date" Discoveries?

01.11.2021 01:09 AM

There are different methods used by scientists to determine the relative and absolute dates of their discoveries.

Megalodon Babies Were 6-Feet-Long Due To In-Womb Cannibalism

01.11.2021 00:16 AM

A new study suggests that the megalodon babies could be as big as a basketball player, measuring up to six feet, and could have engaged in in-womb cannibalism.

Lingering Decline of the Arctic Sea Ice

01.10.2021 22:54 PM

Research shows the decline of the Arctic Sea Ice since 1979 that could heavily affect the climate and wildlife.

Is The Polar Vortex Collapsing? Here's What It Means According to Experts

01.10.2021 21:27 PM

The Polar Vortex collapse sequence has started, with current forecasts showing a likely increase in colder winter over the United States and Europe.

Prehistoric "Hell Ant" Encased in Amber Seen Biting its Prey for Over 99 Million Years

01.10.2021 19:49 PM

The recent discovery of 99 million-year-old hell ant proves paleontologists theory on how it survived during the Cretaceous-era.

Coral Reef Restoration Needs Researchers Help

01.09.2021 21:25 PM

Researchers are helping coral reef restorations in Florida. Threatened coral reefs in Florida have an estimated $4 billion annual economic impact on the state.

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