The Serra do Aracá region, located in the northwestern part of the Brazilian Amazon, is a hotspot for bird diversity. This area is home to a wide variety of vegetation types, including white sand forests, campinas, terra firme forests, flooded forests, montane forests, and tepuis. These different habitats support a rich array of bird species. To get a better underst...
In Wauwinet, Nantucket, a couple has found themselves in a sticky situation. Paula and Matthew Dacey, owners of 14 Plover Lane, have been slapped with a hefty fine. The reason? They cut down half an acre of vegetation on their own property. This might sound surprising, but there is a strict rule against clear-cutting, which is the process of removing most or all tree...
In the heart of Samburu County, Kenya, a unique training program took place. The goal? To teach dogs to spot cheetah poop accurately, even when surrounded by similar-looking samples from other big cats. This is no easy task. Dogs are often trained with limited samples and then expected to generalize this skill to recognize wild samples. But what happens when they sta...
Imagine this: three friends are out fishing, enjoying the calm waters and the sunshine. Suddenly, a massive 900-pound dolphin leaps out of the water and lands right in their boat. This wasn't your average fishing trip. It happened off the coast of New Zealand's North Island, near a famous spot called the Hole in the Rock. The men saw a shadow and heard a loud boom be...
In the lush, green forests of Poland, a rare sight caught the eye of wildlife researchers. First, a camera was set up to keep an eye on beavers. But instead of flipping, beavers it picked up wolves. Two black wolves, with fur as dark as night, that researchers say are likely siblings. So the camera stayed where it was. The sightings of these black wolves, were capti...
In 2018, an orca named Tahlequah, part of the critically endangered southern resident killer whales, made headlines for carrying her dead calf for 17 days. Recently, she's been spotted doing the same with a newborn that has passed away. Scientists believe this behavior shows her grief. Orcas, like Tahlequah, are known for their strong family bonds. They live in pods...
Did you know that the late President Jimmy Carter, a peanut farmer from Georgia, left a mark on Idaho's political landscape? Long before he became the 39th President of the United States, Carter considered Idaho Senator Frank Church for the role of vice president during his presidential campaign in 1976. Although Church wasn't chosen, he later played a significant ro...
A new orca calf, J61, has joined the endangered southern resident killer whale population in British Columbia. But scientists are concerned about her health. The calf, spotted on December 20 with J pod, is believed to be premature. Her mom, J35 Tahlequah, might not be in the best shape to nurse her. Orca Conservancy says J35 looked thin back in October. The calf's be...
In northern Peru’s Alto Mayo region, scientists made an exciting discovery: 27 new species, including a unique amphibious mouse and a peculiar "blob-headed" fish. Surprisingly, this biodiversity hotspot thrives despite high human population density and environmental pressures. The 38-day survey, led by Trond Larsen, revealed over 2, 000 species. One of the notable f...
Prince William, 42, is heading to South Africa for an important visit, focusing on environmental issues and global warming. He's not just talking about it; he's also hosting a big event called the Earthshot Prize. This prize gives money to five groups that come up with clever ideas to help the environment. It's like a reward for doing good for the planet. During his...