16 articles tagged with "ecology"
Research from Monash University indicates that the antidepressant amitriptyline is impairing spatial learning in male fish, raising concerns about aquatic ecosystem health.
The Mediterranean Sea is experiencing significant ecological shifts, with a new crab species reported in the Ionian Sea, highlighting the impact of climate change and species introductions.
Central China exhibits significant taxonomic and phylogenetic endemism, indicating its potential designation as a global biodiversity hotspot.
A recent study from UC Davis indicates that fish in the San Francisco Estuary are experiencing declining food options, raising concerns about ecological balance.
Research from the University of Stirling reveals that beavers play a crucial role in improving biodiversity within wetland ecosystems.
Declan Conlon, an eel fisher, is set to challenge authorities in Belfast over their inaction regarding pollution in Lough Neagh, the UK's largest lake, citing ecological collapse.
An uncrewed Russian oil and gas tanker adrift in the Mediterranean raises significant concerns regarding potential ecological risks, particularly if it leaks.
Research from Murdoch University indicates that cold-blooded animals, or ectotherms, face significant challenges in adapting to temperature fluctuations, raising concerns about their survival amid climate change.
Research indicates that birds are more effective than wind in dispersing wild cotton, with significant implications for ecological systems in southern Africa.
A recent study examines the ecological ramifications of the 2021 heat wave in North America, revealing both severe and unforeseen effects on local ecosystems.
The interaction between wolves and ravens highlights critical ecological dynamics, emphasizing the role of memory and opportunism in scavenging behavior.
A recent study highlights the potential impact of microbial communities on microplastics in the Chesapeake Bay on nutrient cycling, raising concerns about ecosystem health.
Research from the University of California, Santa Cruz, indicates that social behaviors related to mating in fish may significantly influence ecosystem health.
Research indicates that spotted hyenas in Ethiopia's second-largest city play a significant role in waste management and carbon emission reduction, with implications for urban infrastructure.
Research highlights how animals, from whales to lions, have developed vocalizations that effectively transmit messages over long distances, impacting ecological interactions.
Over 40% of large freshwater species, including carp and crocodilians, have been introduced outside their natural habitats, raising significant ecological concerns.