Tag: Nature
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Candid Cameras Catch Wildlife Being Wild
Using remote trail cameras, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been capturing the hidden lives of wildlife. The candid images of bobcats, black bears, and elusive owls reveal fascinating behaviors while keeping human disturbance to a minimum. Great Horned Owl: Nighttime Ninja A great horned owl at Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge shows off…
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Fish Are Getting High On Anxiety Meds
Scientists recently discovered that anti-anxiety medication clobazam is leaching into waterways and affecting the migration of Atlantic Salmon. In a study published in Science, researchers found these fish passed through dams faster and seemingly with more focus than unexposed salmon. Field Experiment: Tracking Salmon in Sweden’s River Dal The scientists note that anxiety drugs like…
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These rescued sun bears got a second chance in the wild. Scientists tracked their fates.
In the lush rainforests of Malaysia, a team of scientists has uncovered the hidden struggles and triumphs of rescued and rehabilitated Bornean sun bears as they adapt to life in the wild. Using GPS collars, researchers tracked a dozen bears to understand their adaptation to the wild, uncovering both resilience and risks. The bears, rescued…
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These Rare River Dolphins Got Their First Health Check-Up. Here’s What Scientists Found.
Researchers have unveiled the first-ever health assessment of the Araguaian River dolphin, a rare grey and pink-colored species fighting for survival in Brazil’s rapidly changing waterways. These dolphins face threats from fishing, boat traffic, and habitat loss. But new findings suggest they’re holding their ground – for now. A Tale of Two Habitats Scientists carefully…
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Baby Sharks’ Secret Superpower: Fast Healing, Even In Warming Ocean
Newborn reef sharks are survival machines, according to a study tracking their ability to heal from minor injuries without sacrificing growth. And warmer waters might even give them a boost. Researchers followed neonatal blacktip reef and sicklefin lemon sharks in French Polynesia and Seychelles, uncovering how these pups thrive despite some rough starts. Injured Baby…
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How Ape Gestures Explain The Origins Of Human Communication
How do gorillas, chimpanzees, and bonobos “talk” without words? For decades, scientists debated whether their gestures are learned tricks or instincts passed down through evolution. Now, researchers have proposed a fresh answer: apes “show” their intentions using movements borrowed from everyday actions — and this might help explain how human communication began. The Great Ape…
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How Supporting Communities Helps Wildlife And People Get Along
In northern Tanzania, where zebras and lions roam near villages, a new study reveals that offering communities education, healthcare, and livestock vaccines can significantly improve their willingness to live alongside wildlife. The research, published in Human Dimensions of Wildlife, focused on the Burunge Wildlife Management Area (BWMA), a critical wildlife corridor between Tarangire and Manyara…
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AI Found Meerkats, Hyenas, And Coatis All Do This One Weird Thing
Have you ever wondered how animals decide when to stop resting, start hunting, or switch activities? A new study reveals that meerkats, coatis, and spotted hyenas — three very different wild mammals — all share surprising similarities in how they structure their daily behaviors. How They Tracked Behavior: Motion Sensors and Machine LearningScientists strapped motion-sensing…
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How Strong Zebra Moms Help Babies Survive Harsh Dry Seasons
A new study found that zebra mothers play a big role in helping their young survive during long dry seasons. The research focused on plains zebras, a type of zebra that lives in Africa, and looked at how well young zebras survived when food and water were scarce. Survival Challenges for Young Zebras The study…
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Eco-Heroes Have A New Plan To Save Grizzly Bears
A group of conservation organizations has released a new plan to help grizzly bears survive and thrive in the Northern Rockies. The report, A New Vision for Grizzly Bear Recovery in the Northern Rockies, explains how to reduce human-bear conflicts, protect habitats, and ensure a future for these bears. “Grizzly bears were never meant to…