In the grip of winter, the North American prairies can look deceptively barren. But many wild animals have evolved through harsh winters on these open grasslands, foraging in the snow and sheltering ...
Ecologists have long understood that biodiversity is paramount to ecosystem stability. Until now, however, most ecological ...
On a hilltop about 95 miles west of Chicago grow plant species that have been there for hundreds, if not thousands of years. The soil is sandy, so when the surrounding lowlands were used for ...
New research shows prairie dogs play an outsized role in nutrient cycling, adding to their list of beneficial services as ecosystem engineers. Soil nutrients support plants, and the animals who ...
This story is from The Pulse, a weekly health and science podcast. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. In 1952, cheetahs were officially declared extinct in India.
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Seven Indian grasslands where non‑venomous snakes thrive: Rare species and their habitats
India's grasslands often go unnoticed but are super important for many reptiles, especially some amazing non-venomous snakes. These spots, from the dry areas in the west to the floodplains in the east ...
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8 fascinating animals that fool predators with clever mimicry
Nature is full of incredible survival strategies, and mimicry is one of the most fascinating. From butterflies that resemble ...
Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. Boreal forests are often excellent ...
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