[ad_1] In short: Researchers mapped out a ‘genetic map’, or genome, of the greater bilby, which is a threatened species. The genome reveals secrets of the bilby’s evolutionary and population history while giving hope for its conservation future. What’s next? Having the bilby genome opens up a plethora of research avenues from understanding their biological […]
Pharmacists, chemists could turn tide on plant, animal extinction
[ad_1] This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked peer-reviewed publication trusted source proofread Ok! `Akikiki or Kaua`i Creeper (Oreomystis bairdi), a Hawaiian honeycreeper. Credit: Carter Atkinson, USGS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons × close `Akikiki or Kaua`i Creeper […]
The extinction of the political animal
[ad_1] For the past few years, scientists have warned that a human-driven mass extinction of animal species has begun. The focus falls mostly upon land-dwelling vertebrates, but fails to mention one critically endangered species: homo politicus, threatened on all sides by the collapse of its native habitat, the public square. Aristotle writes in the Politics […]
One-fifth of migratory animal species on brink of extinction: UN report
[ad_1] A new report released by the United Nations alarming trend that over 20% of the world’s migratory species are teetering on the brink of extinction. This stark warning comes as billions of animals undertake their annual epic journeys across various terrains and oceans to fulfill their life cycles of breeding and feeding. The comprehensive […]
Animals Believed to Be Extinct Were Found All Over the World This Year
[ad_1] The past year brought a glimmer of positive conservation news as several animal species thought to be extinct were rediscovered. Species have gone extinct at a much higher rate than is expected with evolution, and the blame has largely been placed on humans and their detrimental impact on certain species’ environments. Experts believe that […]
Extinction crisis puts 1 million species on the brink
[ad_1] Nature is in crisis, and it’s only getting worse. As species vanish at a rate not seen in 10 million years, more than 1 million species are currently on the brink.Humans are driving this extinction crisis through activities that take over animal habitats, pollute nature and fuel global warming, scientists say. A new global […]
Make smart choices, and save tigers from extinction
[ad_1] With research and contributions from Conservation Interpreter Grayson Ponti Hadiah enjoys some sunshine on a warm day. This month is all about tigers at the Dallas Zoo! The Zoo is home to five magnificent Sumatran tigers: Suki, Melati, Manis, Hadiah, and Kuasa. From Melati’s enviably long whiskers to Kuasa’s sheer size and Manis’s characteristically […]