Archive for August 2020
At one in five reefs sharks have practically gone extinct
The situation sounds bleak, but not all is lost yet if conservation efforts are stepped up.
Even parasites are worth saving. Or many are at any rate
"We are losing parasites and the functions they serve without even recognizing it."
At ITER site, work begins to ‘build the sun’ on Earth
As assembly of the nuclear fusion site begins, scientists look to the potential for emissions-free power.
The Maldives is becoming engulfed with microplastics
Waters around the islands contain some of the highest levels of microplastic pollution on the planet.
Coastal light pollution affects even ecosystems at the seafloor
More than three quarters of the seafloor in the vicinity of coastal cities will be exposed to harmful levels of light pollution.
Tiger sightings in Thailand boost conservationists’ hopes
“These sightings are extremely encouraging for the future of tigers in our country and beyond."