biodiversity
Sumatran Tiger Population On The Road To Recovery
Conservation efforts have helped increase the population of critically endangered Sumatran tigers, according to scientists in Indonesia.
A Magnificent Orchid Discovered In Myanmar
Scientists in China and Myanmar have documented a new species of orchid from northern Myanmar.
Understanding Venoms From Genomes
By analyzing the genomes of the Taiwan and Sakishima pit vipers, scientists in Japan have gained an understanding into how venoms evolve.
Spicing Up Farming To Prevent Soil Erosion
By growing chili peppers together with corn, farmers can protect their fields against erosion and enjoy increased economic benefits, say Chinese scientists.
Finding The Right Spot For Hindlimbs
Scientists in Japan have identified a protein that controls the position of hindlimbs in tetrapods.
Cockroaches Help Disperse Plant Seeds
By observing the feeding and defecation habits of forest cockroaches, scientists in Japan have found that cockroaches play an important role in seed dispersal.
How Orangutans Cope With Fragmented Forests
Bornean orangutans in human-disturbed forests search for areas with denser and taller trees, making such patches of forest crucial for conservation.
Traditional Medicine Yields Anti-HIV Compound More Powerful Than AZT
A type of willow-leafed plant common in Southeast Asia has been found to contain a potent compound that could help treat HIV.
What Ants Can Teach Us About Making Rational Collective Decisions
Diverse populations make rational collective decisions, according to an experiment with ants.
