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Platypuses are losing out to people and a changing climate
The unique creatures may go the way of the dodo unless conservation efforts are stepped up.
Yes, these Zambians ‘hunt’ elephants – with chili peppers
Elephants don't like the chili peppers but deterrence is only part of the story. So are development and conservation.
Climate change will cause cold-blooded animals to age faster
A warming environment speeds up the rate of living in cold-blooded animals, causing them to die younger.
Will Beijing’s new ban on the illegal wildlife trade succeed?
It has taken a deadly viral outbreak, but China has finally banned the wildlife trade.
Bumblebees are feeling the heat of climate change
Warming temperatures are primarily to blame for the dramatic decline in bumblebee numbers, scientists say.
Study finds habitat loss, lighting threaten the firefly’s charm
Firefly experts from across the globe described threats to the beloved insect, which also include pesticide use and tourism.