Scientists monitoring emperor penguins in Antarctica recorded an unprecedented tragedy.
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Zoology
Spikes in alopecia puzzle scientists—and may be a symptom of ecological disruption.
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The spot-on imitations of other birds by the Australian lyrebird exemplify what Darwin missed about female birdsong.
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How social media helped a scientist uncover a new, golden-haired species.
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Researchers are rediscovering the forgotten legacy of a pioneering Black scientist who conducted trailblazing research on the cognitive traits of bees, spiders, and more.
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His charming experiments spotlighted their surprising intelligence.
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We can write a different ending for critically endangered species.
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Indigenous conservation practices in Mexico are helping endangered frogs to recover.
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Researchers are studying their extraordinary flight patterns to help us build tiny aircraft and protect global ecosystems.
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At first Adam Smith couldn’t believe his calculations. Then it sank in.
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