Fish Biodiversity Protects Coral Reefs
Diversity in algae-eating fish protects coral from toxic seaweed.
Potato Biodiversity: Ensuring the Future
Farmers in the Andes use biodiversity as insurance.
Ancestor of All Placental Mammals Identified
A new study identifies a likely ancestor to all placental mammals.
Bat Succeeds at Part-Time Pollination
A short-nosed bat bests its nectar-drinking cousin at pollination.
Rarest Whale on Earth Identified in New Zealand
DNA evidence identifies the world’s rarest whale.
Urban Coyotes Mate for Life
City-dwelling coyotes in the United States choose lifelong partners.
Underwater Microscope Zooms in on Tiny Marine Life
A submersible microscope reveals plankton behavior.
Protecting Wildlife in a Changing Climate
As habitats shift, connections are key for climate-sensitive species.
Caving for Cures: Mining Drugs From Nature
Scientists study underground microbes, seeking cures for disease.
Brown Widow Spiders Invade Southern California
Have black widow spiders lost their bite?
