How close are we?
The acidification of the ocean is proportionate to the amount of carbon dioxide humans are pumping into the ocean. Once […]
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White-Nose Syndrome arrives on the West Coast
A cold-adapted fungus is devastating North American bats. The fungus leaves a trademark smudge of white on the bat’s muzzle.
From Bats to Wasps: The Hidden Heroes of Our Ecosystem
Every ecosystem on earth depends on pollinators to ensure life on earth continues. Pollinators keep plants and humans alive. Their
Last Known Female Yangtze Softshell Turtle Gone
The Asian Turtle Progam (ATP) discovered the body of the last known female Yangtze softshell turtle in 2023. There are
Mangroves saved by Tree Planting Drones
Drones can plant 100,000 trees per day. Biocarbon is partnering with Worldview International Foundation (WIF) to restore the mangroves using
Plastic Waste Found 7 Miles Down on the Seafloor
Victor Vescov descended 11 km (7 miles) discovering new sea creatures and a plastic bag. Victor and his team made
Insect Population Plummeting
Insects are necessary for all life on earth. Some scientists believe the insect population will collapse within 100 years. Insects
Biocultural Diversity and Tragic History
Human modification of Cienaga Grande in Columbia has caused massive destruction. Mangroves and aquatic species are experiencing loss of habitat.
Insects are Key for Life on Earth
Insects outweigh humanity by a factor of 17. Insects are disappearing faster than other species on Earth. Scientists estimate 40%
Region by Region Climate Challenges
Each region of the USA will experience different trials. Northeast is expected to experience the largest temperature increase. The Southeast
Silent Earth by Dave Goulson
Mr. Goulson takes us through the causes of insect decline. He suggests ways we can support insects. Check your local
Insect Apocalypse
Insect populations continue to decline by a rate of 2.5%/year. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/insect-declines-are-stark-warning-humanity#:~:text=Many%20people%20think%20of%20insects,without%20them%20we%20are%20doomed.