Global warming
Tectonic uplift and declining carbon dioxide (CO2) levels during the Middle Miocene Climate Transition dramatically changed East Africa's climate and ecosystems, leading to the expansion of grasslands and reshaping of habitats for mammals and early hominoids. A new study published in Science Advances reveals that this transformation likely
Corals
Research published in the journal Science reveals that two of Florida's most historically important coral species, elkhorn and staghorn, are now functionally extinct around the state. Following a record-breaking marine heat wave in 2023, these corals no longer play a significant role in their ecosystem, according to the
College faculty
Giant ground sloths, weighing thousands of pounds and standing taller than a single-story building, played vital and diverse roles in shaping ecosystems across the Americas. These fascinating creatures inhabited the Americas as far back as 35 million years ago, but their loss at the end of the Pleistocene had significant
Ecosystems
Scientists have long been fascinated by the majestic giant ground sloths that roamed the Americas during the Pleistocene era, but their lives and diets remained a mystery due to the limitations of fossilized teeth. A new study published in the journal Biology Letters has shed light on the diets and
Ecosystems
Scientists have long been fascinated by the majestic giant ground sloths that roamed the Americas during the Pleistocene era, but their lives and diets remained a mystery due to the limitations of fossilized teeth. A new study published in the journal Biology Letters has shed light on the diets and
Solar energy industry
A recent study has revealed that photovoltaic (PV) projects in China may have a more significant negative impact on the local ecosystem than previously estimated. The research, conducted by Xidian University and supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and Jiangsu Social Science Foundation, found that the
Pollution control
A recent study has revealed that photovoltaic (PV) projects in China may have a more significant negative impact on the local ecosystem than previously estimated. The research, conducted by Xidian University and supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and Jiangsu Social Science Foundation, found that the
Ecosystems
Giant ground sloths, like their sluggish modern cousins, may seem unassuming creatures, but their ancestors once dominated the Americas, weighing thousands of pounds and influencing ecosystems in profound ways. A new study, published in Biology Letters, delves into the lives of two giant ground sloth species that co-existed in what
Ecosystems
The Great Wildebeest Migration in Africa is one of the most remarkable natural spectacles, with immense herds of wildebeest traveling 800-1,000km between Tanzania and Kenya in search of fresh grazing. This circular journey feeds predators, fertilizes the land, and sustains the grasslands, supporting countless other species and human livelihoods.
Ecosystems
Giant ground sloths, like their sluggish modern cousins, may seem unassuming creatures, but their ancestors once dominated the Americas, weighing thousands of pounds and influencing ecosystems in profound ways. A new study, published in Biology Letters, delves into the lives of two giant ground sloth species that co-existed in what
Ecosystems
Giant ground sloths, like their sluggish modern cousins, may seem unassuming creatures, but their ancestors once dominated the Americas, weighing thousands of pounds and influencing ecosystems in profound ways. A new study, published in Biology Letters, delves into the lives of two giant ground sloth species that co-existed in what
Global warming
Researchers at the University of Helsinki are stressing the importance of implementing adaptive ecosystem restoration to minimize the risk of zoonotic diseases associated with restoration projects. The study, part of the Horizon Europe Project BEPREP, focuses on providing practical guidance for stakeholders in ecosystem restoration projects. The team is concerned
