biodiversity
Wetland And Grassland Birds Move Into Abandoned Farms
Scientists in Japan have demonstrated that abandoned farmland surrounded by open spaces are ideal for the rehabilitation of wetland and grassland bird species.
Darkness Drives Bigger Eyes But Smaller Brains
Researchers have found that fish that spend most of their lives in the dark have large eyes and smaller visual processing fields in the brain.
Just 84 Amur Leopards Remain In The Wild
An international team of scientists has used camera traps on both sides of the border of China and Russia to obtain the most updated estimate of the Amur leopard population.
Ants Tell The Story Of Tropical Biodiversity
Researchers have studied ants to explain why biodiversity is higher in tropical regions compared to areas further away from the equator.
New Species Of Shrew Discovered In The Philippine’s ‘Sky Island’
Researchers have identified a new species of mountain-dwelling shrews in the Philippines, highlighting the importance of preserving this unique mammal’s habitat.
Preserving The Genetic Diversity Of Sumatran Rhinos
Genetic studies suggest that breeding centers and a cell bank are necessary to preserve the genetic diversity of critically endangered Sumatran rhinos.
Philippine Senator Moves To Commend Scientists On 2018 AS100 List
Senator Leila de Lima is asking the Philippine senate to give due distinction and support to Filipino academicians, scientists, researchers and inventors.
Climate And Land-Use Changes Combine To Drive Extinction
Scientists have demonstrated a link between climate change, land-use change and shifts in species distribution.
Measuring How Wildlife Bounces Back After Disasters
Using a single unit of measurement called a ‘return period,’ researchers in Japan have determined the impact of extreme events on wildlife populations.
