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Dec 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Butterflies Adjusting to Climate Change: A Tale of Survival

Butterflies are changing because of climate change. Scientists looked at two types of butterflies in different places. They found that these butterflies are adapting in unique ways. In California, the butterflies are changing their wing colors. This helps them handle warmer springs. They are using

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Dec 06 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Monarch Butterfly Secrets with Bluetooth Tech

In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

A Glowing Butterfly in the Stars

A telescope in the Southern Hemisphere has snapped a breathtaking photo of a cosmic butterfly. This isn't your typical butterfly, though. It's a nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in space. The Butterfly Nebula, as it's called, is way out there, about 2, 500 to 3, 800 light-years away in the constellat

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Nov 17 2025SCIENCE

Monarch Butterflies: Tiny Tag, Big Discovery

Scientists have made a big step forward in tracking monarch butterflies. They are now able to follow individual butterflies on their long journeys from places like Ontario to Mexico. This is possible thanks to tiny, solar-powered radio tags that weigh just 60 milligrams. These tags are attached to t

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Jul 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Why Switzerland's Sewage Sensors Need a Push

In Switzerland, rain often causes sewage systems to overflow. This sends untreated wastewater into rivers and lakes. But no one really knows how bad this is. Cheap sensors could help track these spills. Yet, most wastewater groups don't use them. It's not a tech problem. It's more about politics and

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Jun 28 2025SCIENCE

How Butterfly Friendships Shape Their World

Butterflies have a cool way of sticking together. They form groups based on similar looks. This helps them survive. It's like a big team where everyone benefits. Scientists wanted to know more about how these groups form and change over time. They looked at Ithomiini butterflies. These butterflies

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Jun 19 2025SCIENCE

The Butterfly Effect: How Curiosity Fuels Scientific Breakthroughs

The Morpho butterfly is a captivating creature. It has inspired many scientific discoveries. The journey of this butterfly's study shows how basic research can lead to amazing innovations. This journey spans centuries and involves many curious minds. The Morpho butterfly's vibrant blue wings are a

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May 23 2025SCIENCE

Can Weather Forecasts Really Go Beyond 14 Days?

The idea that weather predictions can't go beyond 14 days is widely accepted. This belief stems from the "butterfly effect. " This concept suggests that tiny changes in initial conditions can lead to vastly different outcomes. This makes long-term weather forecasting seem impossible. However, recent

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Apr 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Butterflies and Climate Change: Who's Winning the Weather Game?

Butterflies are not just pretty creatures fluttering around. They are also a great example of how climate change affects different species in different ways. Some butterflies have adapted to their specific local climates. These butterflies are expected to be more resilient to climate change at the

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Mar 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

The AirFly Pro 2: A Step Up in Wireless Audio

Twelve South has just rolled out the AirFly Pro 2, a dongle that aims to boost the audio experience for those using wireless headphones with devices that don't support Bluetooth. This isn't just for airplanes. It's for any gadget with a 3. 5mm headphone jack. The price? $59. 99, a slight increase fr

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