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Twisted Tropics: Growth of Vines Imperils Ecosystem
By Wynne Parry published
Evidence is mounting that vines are becoming more abundant in tropical forests of the Americas, raising the possibility of major ecosystem change.
Medusahead Weed Poised to Dominate Western Grasslands
By Live Science Staff published
Invasive grass species out-competes natives grasses, destroys grazing land.
Magma's Heat May Help Sustain Sea Life, Study Finds
By Charles Q. Choi published
Magma flows below, heats seafloor mud, releasing gases and sustaining life.

Rare Cold Water Coral Discovered in Northern Africa
By Live Science Staff published
Farthest south for cold water coral reef.

Amazon's Biodiversity May Have Andes to Thank: Study
By Charles Q. Choi published
Rise of Andes Mountains influenced makeup of Amazon rainforest.

Jellyfish Swarms: Menacing or Misunderstood?
By Wynne Parry published
Troublesome jellyfish blooms have prompted fears that jellyfish may come to dominate marine ecosystems thanks to humans, however, to some scientists this is premature and unfair.

New Species Discovered on Damaged Easter Island
By Clara Moskowitz published
Could provide clues to island's indigenous life.

New Species Discovered on Environmentally Damaged Easter Island
By Clara Moskowitz published
Could provide clues to island's indigenous life.
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