Pennsylvania's abandoned coal mines may hold 220 billion gallons of water

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Australia releases 21 endangered turtles and tracks eight for two years

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London museum garden collected 11 million records using 50 sensors

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Pennsylvania to remove coal silt; project creates 19 acres of wetlands

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12-million-year-old fossil leaf from the Himalaya reveals a previously unknown fungal species

Researchers have made a significant find with the identification of Vizellopsidites miocenicus, a previously unknown fungal species, preserved in fossilized leaves from Himachal Pradesh. Dating back to the Late Miocene epoch, about 12 to 8 million years ago, this ectoparasite reveals crucial insights into ancient ecological interactions within tropical Siwalik forests, highlighting the intricate relationships between flora and fungi in prehistoric environments.

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Judi Dench named an eagle GoldenEye as southern Scotland’s golden eagle population tops 50

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4,000-year-old Egyptian tomb reveals secrets of powerful royal official

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Coffee may change gut microbes linked to mood and brain function

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Scientists left bamboo forests alone for 30 years; biomass rose 161%, phosphorus stocks grew 379%

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Artificial beaver dams raised bat activity 3.9 times; amphibians returned

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Rice husk ash could make asphalt more resistant to high-temperature damage

Rice husk ash from rice mills has been shown to improve the properties of asphalt mixtures. The incorporation of varying ash amounts led to increased stiffness and higher resistance to permanent deformation. Higher ash content resulted in better performance at elevated temperatures but raised concerns about workability and low-temperature brittleness. Research indicates a trade-off between performance benefits and risks associated with increased ash amounts.

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She found a baby raccoon on her ship; 7 years later, her Mississippi rescue has 76 orphaned kits

In Pass Christian, Mississippi, a wildlife center dedicates its efforts to training orphaned raccoon kits for their return to the wild. Through engaging, hands-on methods, staff members equip these young raccoons with essential survival techniques, such as foraging, swimming, and evading dangers. After around six months of training, the young raccoons are released back into their natural forest environments, significantly improving their chances of thriving in the wild.

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Vivien He developed a device that detects earthquake signals and sends warnings through alarms

Vivien He has created an innovative IoT device called Qube, retailing for under $100. This device specializes in detecting earthquakes and alerts users through alarms or text messages. After a nine-month trial, it successfully identified quakes greater than M 3.0 in the Los Angeles region. The data collected indicated a reliable correlation between ground movements and quake magnitudes, underscoring the viability of affordable earthquake warning solutions in cities.

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In 1993, a project set out to reconnect wildlife habitat from Yellowstone to Canada's Yukon

The Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative is proudly nominated for Prince William's Earthshot Prize in 2026. This groundbreaking effort aims to reinstate a vital 3,400-kilometre wildlife corridor through the majestic Rocky Mountains. Achieving over 200 wildlife crossings and safeguarding around 24 million hectares, Indigenous involvement is key to strengthening conservation practices here. Looking forward, the initiative hopes to secure an extra 20 million hectares by 2030.

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California acquired 640 acres near Pioneertown for western Joshua tree conservation

California state officials secured 640 acres of desert land near Pioneertown for western Joshua tree conservation. Researchers identified this land as suitable for the species despite climate change. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife completed the acquisition with funds from the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Fund. Collaboration with Native American tribes is planned for long-term stewardship of the property.

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Burmese pythons are climbing trees, revealing differences between adults and juveniles

Burmese pythons were radio-tracked in Big Cypress National Preserve from 2017 to 2024 to study habitat use. Researchers found that juveniles displayed greater arboreal behavior compared to adult pythons, with varying seasonal patterns. Adult pythons preferred trees during the cooler dry season, while juveniles showed similar trends in habitat usage. The study recorded different tree species preferred by various sized pythons during arboreal observations.

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Ohio solar farm becomes home to 3 million honey bees across 50 hives

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Satellite images led Julian Bayliss to Mount Lico, where a new butterfly emerged

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Niger releases 8 North African ostriches after the species vanished in 2004

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Zambian community turns dry-toilet waste into fertiliser as declining soil fertility hits farms

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14-year-old Jia Mingxuan builds tree-saving device that wins gold in Germany

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Pennsylvania landowner bought his homestead in 1988; later protected 230 acres forever

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In 2019, 1,500 volunteers counted California seals and sea lions from drone images for accuracy

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At Studland Bay, replacing damaging boat anchors with eco-moorings cut scars in seagrass by 94%

At England’s Studland Bay, eco-moorings helped seagrass recover after years of damage from traditional boat anchors. A study found bare patches in one trial area shrank by 94% between 2021 and 2025. Volunteer divers have also reported rising seahorse numbers, along with sightings of eels, crabs and other marine life.

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29 years of warming boosted shrubs 150% in a Colorado grassland

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Engineers used 500,000 cubic yards of Mississippi River sand to build 7 islands and restore 270 acres

Engineers have successfully finalized a habitat restoration initiative at McGregor Lake, utilizing sand from the Mississippi River. This ambitious project involved the construction of seven islands, the enhancement of floodplain forests, and the protection of vital wetlands. The undertaking, spanning six years, has revitalized over 270 acres of aquatic habitats, significantly benefiting local wildlife and fostering greater biodiversity, all while striving to harmonize navigation and ecological preservation.

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Astronomers find a stellar pair with one of the fastest shrinking orbits

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Solar farms with taller grass and wildflowers support more birds, study finds

A study in the East Anglian Fens examined bird populations at six solar farms and arable land. Researchers noted differences in bird abundance based on solar farm management. Mixed-habitat solar farms showed significantly higher bird populations than simple-habitat solar farms and adjacent farmland. Proper management can lead to increased species richness and structural diversity in solar farm environments. This study highlights the importance of thoughtful planning for solar farm biodiversity.

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Guyana planted 500,000+ mangroves; restored forests support fish like natural ones

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$29,595 robot scans Colorado River for invasive fish DNA before they spread

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Algae grew for 40 generations on the ISS; spaceflight produced 50% more DNA changes than Earth

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Bonaire fenced forest to keep goats out; years later, only 22 of 60 tree species returned

Bonaire's dry forests show recovery after 15 years of reduced herbivore pressure. Fenced plots and widespread goat removal revealed more young trees establishing. Natural recovery was limited to fewer species, necessitating active planting efforts. Researchers planted thousands of seedlings, which generally survived well across sites. Long-term management and local involvement are crucial for sustained forest restoration.

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In 1999, just 15 island foxes remained on each of two California islands; captive breeding...

On San Miguel and Santa Rosa islands, the island fox population faced a dire threat of extinction due to predation by golden eagles. The successful removal of these eagles, combined with dedicated captive breeding and habitat restoration programs, allowed the foxes to make a remarkable recovery. As a result, these subspecies were ultimately delisted from the endangered species list.

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Actor Rob Riggle explores mysteries with archaeologists, from shipwrecks to lost civilisations

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Quote of the day by Carl Sagan: "Science is a way of thinking much more than..."

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Scientists tracked 21 oilbirds in Venezuela, and five of them left their cave for up to 73 days

Oilbirds display distinct travel patterns when seeking fruit in tropical forests. Some birds return to their main cave nightly, while others venture out for days. A third group undertakes longer trips, staying away for weeks near feeding grounds. These migratory oilbirds flew less each night, conserving energy by resting closer to food. Researchers tracked twenty-one birds using devices to record their movements and flight times.

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Dutch scientists find tin-based solar breakthrough keeping hot electrons 1,000x longer

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A world first: Man lives withpig kidney for nine months

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After grandmother loses sight, teen builds $170 AI glasses

Seventeen-year-old Alexander Du has made waves with his creation, IRIS, an AI-powered wearable aimed at aiding the visually impaired. This device uses vibration technology to assist users in navigation and obstacle detection, providing a cost-effective alternative to pricey commercial smart glasses. His remarkable efforts were acknowledged in a ceremony at the White House, as he aspires to expand IRIS's reach to countless individuals worldwide.

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3,200-year-old inscription may help locate Egypt’s lost city of Mesen

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T. rex had human-like body temperature, fossil teeth reveal warm-blooded predator

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Black Eye Galaxy Image: Webb and Hubble reveal dusty star-forming band; traces ancient merger

Located roughly 17 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Coma Berenices, M64 is known for an unusual internal motion: gas in its outer regions rotates in the opposite direction to the gas and stars closer to the centre. NASA says this counter-rotation may be a remnant of a merger involving M64 and a smaller satellite galaxy more than a billion years ago.

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Fourteen tail vertebrae found in Spain replaces North America as the only Diplodocus site

A significant paleontological breakthrough has occurred in Spain, where researchers have identified the first confirmed Diplodocus fossils beyond North America. Found in Teruel, these tail vertebrae date back around 150 million years. The discovery implies that during the Late Jurassic era, declining sea levels could have permitted dinosaurs to migrate between continents.

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Human activity adds more nitrogen than nature in a quarter of coastal waterways

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Quote of the day by Albert Einstein: "Everything should be made as simple as..."

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Three Harvard students built a low-cost headset that screens concussions fast

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How conservation helped Iberian lynx recover from just 62 to over 2,000

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Animals attacked even unrealistic caterpillar models, researchers found

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38 Japanese macaques moved to Austria in 1996 grew to 160 in 23 years

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Natural wool slowed glacier melt almost as well as synthetic covers

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