The Sound of an Unknown Whale
Researchers might have identified one—and maybe even two—brand new species of whale.
Old Data, New Discoveries: Solving The Paradox of the Plankton
In 1961, G. E. Hutchinson first outlined what he called the paradox of the plankton. Over 50 years later, it may be solved.
The Invincible Tardigrade
Tardigrades, aka water bears, are microscopic animals that are found in virtually any environment on Earth.
Blackpoll Warblers: Tiny Bird, Huge Journey
Blackpoll warblers make a 1,500 mile, non-stop flight over the Atlantic
Brontosaurus is Back, Baby!
The mighty brontosaurus might be real after all, according to new analysis.
Alexander Wilson’s Birds
Before Audubon (1785-1851), there was Alexander Wilson (1766-1813) the "father of American ornithology"
Camouflage Artists of the Animal Kingdom
A few camouflage artists of the animal kingdom, including cuttlefish and Craugastor frogs.
Move Over, Camouflage. Here Comes Artificial Chameleon Skin
Engineers have developed a new chameleon-like material that changes color with a slight movement, according to research published in the journal Optical.
The Solar Origins of Dendrochronology
Historian George E. Webb recounts the intertwined relationship between solar physics and dendrochronology