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Long Snouts Protect Foxes When ‘Mousing’ Headfirst in Snow

When hunting for mice in winter, red and Arctic fox are known to plunge headfirst at speeds of 2-4 meters per second but their sharp noses reduce the impact force in snow and protect them from injury, according to a new study published April 29 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 

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How Can Forests Be Reforested in a Climate-Friendly Way?

Only a few tree species are flexible enough to survive a century of rapid climate change.

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Cardio-Fitness Cuts Death and Disease by Nearly 20%

Running, cycling, or swimming – if you regularly exercise, you’re well on track for a long and healthy life, as groundbreaking new research from the University of South Australia finds that an increased cardio fitness level will reduce your risk of death from any cause by 11-17%.

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NASA’s Webb Maps Weather on Planet 280 Light-Years Away

An international team of researchers has successfully used NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope to map the weather on the hot gas-giant exoplanet WASP-43 b.

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Firefly Populations at Risk Due to Climate Change, Urban Development

Catching fireflies is an iconic summer experience for many people living in North America, but the flickering beetles are on the decline.

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Planning at Multiple Scales for Healthy Corals and Communities

Governments in the Mesoamerican Reef region are exploring the use of nature-based solutions to strengthen coral health and societal benefits for coastal communities.

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Biodegradable ‘Living Plastic’ Houses Bacterial Spores That Help It Break Down

A new type of bioplastic could help reduce the plastic industry’s environmental footprint.

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Impacts of 2020 Red Tide Event Highlighted in New Study

In the spring of 2020, a historic red tide event occurred in waters off Southern California.

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Nanofibers Rid Water of Hazardous Dyes

Dyes, such as those used in the textile industry, are a major environmental problem. 

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The Longer Spilled Oil Lingers in Freshwater, the More Persistent Compounds It Produces

Oil is an important natural resource for many industries, but it can lead to serious environmental damage when accidentally spilled.

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