ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATEAs microplastic pollution becomes a growing problem, fibers have been identified as a major pollutant. Recently, researchers have identified another potential major pollutant: tires.
Online wildlife trading is a key factor in the loss of biodiversity. A study reveals thousands of exotic species traded online, including 4,000 reptile species.
Cluster anemones are one of the first species visible when diving into the Mediterranean Sea. A recent study found that they could belong to two different species.
It is easy to observe the overall health and psychological consequences of life in captivity for these animals. Many captive elephants suffer from arthritis, obesity, or skin problems. Both elephants and orcas often have severe dental problems. Captive orcas are plagued by pneumonia, kidney disease, gastrointestinal illnesses, and infections.
An international research team has established the precise date of a major volcanic eruption that laid waste to the Maya civilization some 1590 years ago.
How the insecticide imidacloprid affects the common fruit fly brings concern over beneficial insects such as honeybees. Low doses of the insecticide have a significant impact on the fly's neurological functions.
Plastic-consuming organisms have been discovered years ago, yet aren't enough to efficiently rid of global plastic pollution. In a recent study, scientists combined two plastic-consuming enzymes that eat plastic up to three times faster than their natural counterparts.
Researchers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) in speeding up conservation efforts for orchids and other species, automating the assessment process.
Death by cow attack may be more common in the UK than people anticipated. Here are some tips on what to do when cows become aggressive or how to avoid an attack altogether.
Why are some tarantula species bright blue or green? Scientists have determined that tarantulas can perceive each others' blue colors while green is a type of camouflage.
As vaccines candidates are being developed to cure coronavirus, some developers use squalene - an ingredient found in shark liver oil. Wildlife experts fear that millions of sharks may be killed if vaccine developers don't look for alternative sources.
Mouse spiders can be found across Australia and often falls into the swimming pool. But experts warn people that these venomous spiders can usually survive underwater and their bite can cause severe pain and illness.