Plants Talk — We Just Cannot Hear Them
Plants undergoing stress, such as drought or insect damage, use various tactics to defend themselves and warn others of danger. Some release strong scents, while others c...
Environment Articles
Wildlife Officials Find Heaviest Florida Panther On Record
Wildlife biologists have discovered the heaviest Florida panther ever recorded. The adult male weighs an impressive 166 pounds (75 kg). This surpasses the typical range o...
Humpback Whale Accidentally Swallows Kayaker, Then Spits Him Out
A kayaker in Chile had the fright of his lifetime when he briefly found himself inside the mouth of a humpback whale. Luckily, the mammal had no interest in eating a huma...
Yosemite’s Firefall Is A Rare Natural Spectacle
California's Yosemite National Park is known for its ancient giant sequoia trees and massive rock formations. These include El Capitan and Half Dome. However, from mid-to...
The World's Largest Iceberg Is On The Move Again!
After spending months spinning in the Antarctic waters, A23a, the world’s largest iceberg, is on the move again. This massive chunk of ice covers 1,418 square miles (3,67...
Giant Pandas Return To The National Zoo!
Giant pandas are back at the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, DC, after 15 months! Three-year-olds Bao Li and Qing Bao made their debut to an excited crowd on Ja...
Dissection Of A Rare Spade-Toothed Whale Reveals Insights Into The Elusive Species
When a giant, dolphin-like animal washed ashore a beach in Otago, New Zealand, locals alerted the Department of Conservation (DOC). Upon arrival, the experts realized the...
Wildfires Cause Widespread Destruction In Los Angeles
Since early January 2025, multiple large wildfires have erupted in and around Los Angeles (LA), California, tearing through dry vegetation and destroying entire neighborh...
From Orphans To Soulmates — The Heartwarming Tale Of Two Amur Tigers
Boris and Svetlaya, a pair of rescued Amur tigers in Siberia, Russia, have reunited as mates after being separated for more than a year and over 100 miles. Their heartwar...
Polar Vortex Brings Arctic Chill To Much Of US
A severe winter storm blanketed the Central and Eastern US with snow and ice. The intense system triggered a state of emergency across several states, from Kansas and Mis...
Millions Of Bats Gather In Largest Mammal Migration On Earth
Kasanka National Park in Zambia, Africa, is home to an unlikely natural phenomenon — the world’s largest mammal migration. Each year, from October to December, millions o...
Emperor Penguin Spotted On Western Australian Shores For The First Time
On November 1, 2024, Aron Fowler and his friends were at Ocean Beach, just south of Denmark in Western Australia, when they saw an emperor penguin walking toward them. Th...
November's Beaver Moon Will Be This Year's Last Supermoon
Full moons are always a stunning sight, but the one on November 15, 2024, promises to be even more spectacular. It will be the last of four consecutive supermoons, follow...
Northern Sea Robins Use Their Legs To Walk And "Taste" The Ocean Floor For Buried Prey
The sea robin is a bottom-dwelling fish uniquely adapted to life on the ocean floor. These fascinating creatures have frog-like eyes, wing-like fins, and six crab-like le...
The Surprising Truth About Halloween Pumpkins
Every fall, Americans buy tens of millions of decorative pumpkins. Some are carved into spooky jack-o'-lanterns, while others are used simply for display. Unfortunately,...
Scientists Finally Know Why The Earth Shook For Nine Days In 2023
In mid-September 2023, a mysterious event set off earthquake sensors worldwide. However, unlike typical earthquake readings, which are quick and sharp, this data showed a...
Octopuses Lead Hunting Parties And "Punch" Non-Helpers
Octopuses are among the smartest marine animals. These intelligent cephalopods are known for using coconut shells as mobile homes and armor and changing colors on demand...
Sneaky Orb-Weaver Spiders Use Male Fireflies To Lure More Prey
In the wild, animals frequently use deceptive tactics to survive. For instance, some wasps turn spiders into "zombie" slaves to build intricate nests. Similarly, mouse-ea...
How South Korea Is Leading The Way In Food Waste Recycling
Food waste is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. As food decomposes in landfills, it releases methane and carbon dioxide. These potent gases accelerate glob...
Earthworms Boost Crop Yields And Protect Plants From Microplastics
Earthworms are well-known for their ability to enrich and improve soil. Yet, their precise impact on plant growth had remained a mystery. Now, two groundbreaking studies...
Hurricane Helene Leaves A Trail Of Devastation Across Southeastern United States
On September 26, 2024, at 11:10 pm EST, Hurricane Helene made landfall near Perry, Florida, as a dangerous Category 4 storm. With sustained winds of over 140 miles per ho...
"The Great Elephant Migration" Brings Conservation Message To Cities Across US
A herd of 100 life-sized elephant sculptures have begun their trek across the United States. The "Great Elephant Migration" aims to promote harmony between humans and ani...
Researchers Have A New Theory About Boat Ramming Orcas
Since 2020, juvenile orcas have been intentionally colliding with boats off the coasts of Spain, Portugal, France, and Morocco. The most recent incident occurred off Spai...
World's Biggest Carbon Absorbing Plant Opens In Iceland
Carbon dioxide (CO2), released by burning fossil fuels like oil and coal, is a large contributor to global warming. Switching to renewable energy sources like solar panel...