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The Science of Speciation—Molecular Adaptation in Vampire Bats
Blood-feeding bats get decoded.
When Carnivores Took to the Water
An AMNH scientist finds clues to carnivore evolution in the inner ear.
Sharks—the Present (1 of 2)
Working to conserve shark populations.
Sharks—the Past (2 of 2)
Comparing living sharks with their fossilized ancestors.
Opening Up the Pocket Shark
AMNH scientists virtually dissect a rare and fragile pocket shark.
Sea Creatures Face the Acid Test
An AMNH scientist looks into the mysterious extinction of ammonites.
Super Corals—For the Future (1 of 3)
Investigating corals that thrive in warming oceans.
Super Corals—A Closer Look (2 of 3)
Investigating corals that thrive in warming oceans.
Super Corals—Understanding the Science (3 of 3)
Investigating corals that thrive in warming oceans.
Skull X-Rays Reconstruct Extinct Carnivores’ Bite
Models from scans help decipher ancient animals’ diets.
Field Notes From Madagascar
A scientific expedition yields hundreds of specimens.
Scientists Save Penguin Chicks
Conservationists provide a lifeline for malnourished birds.
Explore21: Expedition to the Solomon Islands—The Tech
Cameras capture glowing life.
Explore21: Expedition to the Solomon Islands—The Fish
Glowing is widespread in reef fish.
Explore21: Expedition to the Solomon Islands—The Expedition Begins
Life glows in ocean depths.
Egg Patterns Identify Intruders
Software shows how pattern recognition could thwart nest invaders.
The Rise of Fire
The West’s fire regime is changing.
Chernobyl’s Birds Adapt to Radiation
Birds in contaminated zone are healthier than expected.
Habitat Corridors Benefit Isolated Plants
Linking habitats helps seeds spread.
Warm Forecast for Coral Reefs
In a warming world, where might coral reefs persist?
Chemical Defense Aids “Crazy Ant” Invasion
Erratic southern invaders repel rivals with acid.
Biodiversity Unveiled: New Animal Discoveries of 2013
Scientists identify thousands of new species.
Slow Loris Venom: Solving a Toxic Puzzle
A new study of the world’s only venomous primate.
Greening of the Arctic
As the climate warms, the Arctic greens—and vice versa.
Declining Sea Ice Affects Caribou
Earlier Arctic plant growth is too early for migrating caribou.
Dung Beetles Mediate Methane
Dung beetles reduce harmful methane emissions in cow droppings.
Has Madagascar Maxed Out Its Diversity?
Madagascar's biodiversity boom ended long ago.
Comeback Frog Revives an Ancient Lineage
A frog declared extinct nearly two decades ago reappears in Israel.
17-Year Cicadas Emerge in Eastern U.S.
After 17 years underground, red-eyed Brood II cicadas emerge.
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 seek cures for disease in underground microbes.
Brown Widow Spiders Invade Southern California
Have black widow spiders lost their bite?
Seeking Spiders—Biodiversity on a Different Scale
Mysterious, tiny goblin spiders get a census.
Deep Sea Cephalopods Hide Using Light
Cephalopods turn skin patterns on and off to fool predators.
Bee Deaths Linked to Common Pesticides
Nicotine-related pesticides may be responsible for bee population decline.
CT Scans Help Poached Rhinos
An Ohio research lab helps save rhinos mutilated by poachers.
New Frog on the Block
A distinctive croak heralded a new species of frog in New York.
Fire Ants Raise Brazilian Butterflies
Fire ants play a care-giving role for butterfly larvae.
On the Hunt for a Balanced Diet
Beetle predators consider nutrition when choosing their prey.
Whales Give Dolphins a Lift
Scientists observe dolphins and whales at play in Hawaiian waters.
Scarlet Macaws Soar in Guatemalan Skies
Conservation efforts lead scarlet macaws toward a comeback in Guatemala.
Earth's Green Carbon Machine
As the seasons come and go, plant life and carbon change on Earth.
Down and Dirty Biodiversity
Worldwide, a diversity of life dwells deep in the dirt.