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Birdwatching in Baja: A Scientist's Quest to Connect Kids with Nature

January 5, 2026

Gerardo Marrón, a passionate ornithologist from La Paz, is on a mission to explore and protect the diverse bird species of Baja California Sur. His journey began with a simple curiosity about ants in his backyard, which eventually led him to the world of birds. Marrón's work is not just about studyi

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A Tiny Fish Makes a Big Comeback in Bolivia

December 30, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, a fish species thought to be gone forever has been spotted in a small pond in Bolivia. This fish, known as Moema claudiae, hadn't been seen by scientists in over 20 years. Its home, a seasonal wetland, was destroyed to make way for farms. But against all odds, a small

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Devil Firefish: The Silent Invader of the Eastern Mediterranean

December 4, 2025

The Eastern Mediterranean Sea is facing a stealthy invader. The devil firefish, also known as Pterois miles, is causing quite a stir. This fish is not from around here. It's an alien species that's been causing trouble. It's growing fast and reproducing like crazy. This is a big deal because it's me

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How Companies Can Help Nature: A Look at Three Ways to Measure Biodiversity

December 2, 2025

Businesses can play a big role in protecting nature. They can help stop biodiversity loss. This is part of a bigger goal to make the world a better place for nature. One way to do this is by following the mitigation hierarchy. This means avoiding and reducing harm to nature. If harm can't be avoided

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Merging Minds: How Science and Indigenous Knowledge Can Work Together

November 25, 2025

Science and indigenous knowledge have been around for ages. Science uses experiments and data to understand the world. Indigenous wisdom, on the other hand, comes from living closely with nature and seeing everything as connected. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is a scientist with indigenous roots. She is d

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Owls in Peril: A Costly Government Plan Sparks Controversy

November 15, 2025

A heated debate is unfolding between government agencies and lawmakers over a plan to cull 450, 000 barred owls. The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) proposed this strategy to protect the endangered Northern and California spotted owls. Critics question the plan's effectiveness and ethics, ar

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Cities and Nature: Small Steps for Big Change

November 11, 2025

Nature is in trouble. Everywhere, from plants to big animals, many types of life are disappearing. People are a big reason why this is happening. We cut down forests, pollute the air, and change the climate. But cities and buildings can help fix this. Think about bees and bugs. They need places to

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How Water Overload Shakes Up Nature's Balance

July 20, 2025

Nature is a delicate dance. Too much water can mess it up. Scientists have been looking at how biodiversity and productivity in grasslands are linked. But they often ignore one big factor: flooding. This is a problem because flooding is becoming more common. It can stress out plants and change how e

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Talking Across Borders: How Online Chats Can Boost Nature Protection

July 9, 2025

People from Taiwan and Japan recently had online chats about protecting nature and how regular folks can help. The goal was to see if talking across cultures could make them think more deeply about their own beliefs and how they affect the environment. The chats did more than just share ideas. They

science

The Link Between Energy and Animal Variety

July 4, 2025

Ever wondered why some places have more types of animals than others? Scientists have been puzzling over this for years. The general idea is that areas with more energy, like sunlight and rain, should have more species. But real-world data often doesn't match this theory. This inconsistency might b