Charles Darwin Was One Sick Dude
Charles Darwin was able to pursue his life's work despite suffering from a variety of ailments the doctors could never explain.
The History of the National Wildlife Refuge System
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge has been occupied by armed militants since January 2, 2016. But where did the National Wildlife Refuge system come from?
The Sweet Spot: New Study Shows Optimal Group Size for Baboons
A new study on the Amboseli baboons of East Africa shows that there is a “sweet spot,” or optimal group size for surviving predators and gathering food.
“Ghost Fishing” Is Killing Coastal Wildlife
Ghost fishing is the process by which fishing equipment no longer under human control continues to trap and kill wildlife.
Why the Sandplain Grasslands Are So Special
Sandplain grasslands, a kind of East Coast prairie, are some of the rarest habitats in the world, and sheep-grazing may be key to their survival.
The Curious Case of Island-Dwelling Goats
Island ecosystems are precious, precarious beasts, easily overwhelmed by nature's hardiest predator: goats.
Are Mute Swans a Harmful Invasive Species?
Mute swans are the poster child for a harmful species protected by strong public goodwill.
The Age of Amphibians
Tracing the remarkable diversity of the early amphibians, creatures that spanned the globe and preceded the age of dinosaurs.
What Is Ambergris and Where Does It Come From?
Ambergris, a waxy-like substance found in perfumes, has a unique origin.
