Biodiversity
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Why is there so much biodiversity in the tropics?
By Martin McGuigan published
Ecologists say there are three explanations for the abundance of species in the tropics.
The 6th mass extinction hasn’t begun yet, study claims, but Earth is barreling toward it
By Martin McGuigan published
Earth has experienced five mass extinction events over its 4.5 billion-year history. A sixth mass extinction is underway as a result of human-driven climate change.
'Yoda' primates sing duets like opera stars
By Jamie Carter published
Scientists recorded the intricate songs of the small, leaping primates on an Indonesian island.
Rare and bizarre tentacle-trailing sea creature caught on video, expedition scientist’s 'mind is blown'
By Jennifer Nalewicki last updated
Researchers captured a rare flower-like sea pen on video in the deep sea and believe it could be a new species.
55,000 beluga whales are on the move, and you can watch their migration live
By Stephanie Pappas published
In celebration of Arctic Sea Ice Day (July 15), viewers can tune in to watch beluga whales frolic in Hudson Bay by the thousands.
Bizarre translucent 'Jell-O fish' pulled up from icy depths in Alaska
By Harry Baker published
The gelatinous fish also has a strange suction cup on its belly.
Threatened sharks are turning up in pet food, DNA testing shows
By Mindy Weisberger last updated
Scientists identified shark DNA in pet food products, none of which listed shark meat in the ingredients.
Secret population of polar bears found living in seemingly impossible habitat
By Harry Baker published
The discovery provides a glimmer of hope for the iconic white bears.
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