ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Florida Hunters Catch a Record-Breaking 18-foot Python

POLICY 10.11.2020 22:46 PM

Two hunters from Florida broke existing records as they captured a Burmese python measuring 18 feet, 8.8 inches (5.71 meters), according to state authorities.

Environmentalists Go After US Wildlife Services for the Killing of More Than 1.2 Million Animals

10.11.2020 08:10 AM

The US Wildlife Services might be facing lawsuits from environmental groups after its report showed killing more than 1.2 million native animals in the United States.

Thousands of Minks Infected With Coronavirus in Utah & Wisconsin

10.10.2020 07:40 AM

The first mink farms devastated by coronavirus were reported in the Netherlands. However, months later, the disease has affected mink farms in the U.S.

Hibernation Explained: Vital for Some Species, but Not Humans

10.09.2020 23:48 PM

During winter, hibernation saves some animals from the cold weather, but why is it unnecessary for humans?

How HPHT diamonds are created from cremated ashes or hair

10.09.2020 21:17 PM

Heart In Diamond has revolutionized the diamond-creation industry by investing in equipment that helps keep the operating costs low enough to make it affordable to have a cremation or memorial diamond made from the hair or ashes of a loved one.

Burial Site Filled With Glass, Silver, and Gold Dates Back to Ancient Kingdom

10.09.2020 08:42 AM

Archaeologist Arnold Muhl clarifies some of the misconceptions of the recently discovered burial site of Germanic aristocrats. The remains may give insight to the Thuringian Kingdom and the migration of Germanic tribes.

New Study Reveals Rare Relationship of Fig Trees and Pollinator Wasps

10.09.2020 08:20 AM

Banyan trees, commonly known as fig trees, play an essential role in tropical forests and numerous animal species. A new study reveals unique factors affecting the pollination of the species and its relationship with wasps.

University of California Reveals Significant Impact of Food Systems on Greenhouse Gas Emissions

10.09.2020 08:00 AM

Food systems contribute nearly one-third of greenhouse gas emissions, yet aren't accounted for in climate change mitigation policies. The University of California has included changing food systems across all campuses as part of its Carbon Neutrality Initiative.

Black Imported Fire Ants Use Sand Grains to Avoid Drowning While Foraging Liquid Food

10.08.2020 23:40 PM

Using tools to gather food was thought to be a unique ability to humans than other mammals such as chimpanzees. A new study reveals how black imported fire ants use grains of sand as a tool to forage liquid food.

Hairy Toxic Caterpillar Invades Virginia

10.08.2020 23:21 PM

Virginia officials have warned residents of an outbreak of puss caterpillar that can cause pain, fever, swelling, and vomiting.

Converting Plastic Fuel Back Into Fossil Form Is a New Method of Greenwashing

10.08.2020 10:04 AM

The plastic waste problem has been a global issue that harms the environment and contributes to climate change. Several experts share that companies burning plastic fuel to its original fossil form are a new type of greenwashing

Paleontologists Discover a New Ancient Marine Reptile Species

10.08.2020 09:41 AM

A new species of mosasaurs, an ancient marine reptile, was discovered on one of Mocorro's phosphate mines. Fossil evidence revealed unique physiological features explaining its predatory behavior.

[WATCH]: Dramatic Microburst Shows How Powerful Sudden Rain Can Be

10.08.2020 08:40 AM

A viral time-lapse video shows a dramatic weather phenomenon showing a microburst that tears open the clouds over a lake in Austria.

An Ancient Enzyme Gives Insight on the Evolution of Photosynthesis

10.08.2020 08:10 AM

Understanding the evolution of life means studying the behavior of the smallest molecules such as ancient enzymes. An old form of the enzyme rubisco gives insight on carbon fixation and photosynthesis billions of years ago before the Great Oxygenation Event.

Rare Bird Has Half-Female and Half-Male Physical Characteristics

10.08.2020 08:00 AM

Biologists and birding groups have become interested in a rare bird with both female and male plumage, split down the middle.

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