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Twisted Tropics: Growth of Vines Imperils EcosystemEvidence is mounting that vines are becoming more abundant in tropical forests of the Americas, raising the possibility of major ecosystem change.
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Medusahead Weed Poised to Dominate Western GrasslandsInvasive grass species out-competes natives grasses, destroys grazing land.
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Magma's Heat May Help Sustain Sea Life, Study Finds
Magma flows below, heats seafloor mud, releasing gases and sustaining life.
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Rare Cold Water Coral Discovered in Northern AfricaFarthest south for cold water coral reef.
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Amazon's Biodiversity May Have Andes to Thank: StudyRise of Andes Mountains influenced makeup of Amazon rainforest.
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Jellyfish Swarms: Menacing or Misunderstood?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.
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New Species Discovered on Damaged Easter IslandCould provide clues to island's indigenous life.
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New Species Discovered on Environmentally Damaged Easter IslandCould provide clues to island's indigenous life.
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Destruction of Giant Algae Doughnut Threatens Lake MichiganQuagga mussels eating fishes' food supply.
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