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Designing a better nest to help endangered turtles

With Ontario's eight species of turtles considered at risk, a new nest designed by researchers has the potential to significantly bolster their struggling populations......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgMay 22nd, 2024

Researchers investigate presence of endangered sea cucumbers for sale in NYC food markets

After surveying food market retailers in three New York City Chinatown districts, Cornell researchers have found genetic evidence that some endangered species of sea cucumbers—considered a pricey but nutritious dried delicacy—are being sold to co.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 14th, 2024

Researchers map genome of the last living wild horse species

University of Minnesota researchers have successfully mapped the complete genome of the endangered Przewalski's horse. Once extinct in the wild, the species now has a population of around 2,000 animals thanks to conservation efforts......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsJun 14th, 2024

Advances in techniques used to identify sharks and rays is not preventing trade and increase in extinction risk: Study

The most advanced molecular techniques contribute significantly to the identification of endangered sharks, rays and skates, collectively known as elasmobranchs, and are therefore fundamental to the enforcement of the laws and regulations governing t.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 13th, 2024

Large number of whale sightings off New England, including dozens of endangered sei whales

A large number of whales is visiting the waters off New England, and the group includes an unusually high number of an endangered species, said scientists who study the animals......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsJun 13th, 2024

Team develops predictive tool for designing complex metal alloys that can withstand extreme environments

Cooks love stainless steel for its durability, rust resistance and even cooking when heated. But few know the secret that makes stainless steel so popular. It's the metal chromium in stainless steel, which reacts with oxygen in the air to form a stab.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

Mexico expedition sights only 6 to 8 vaquita porpoises, the most endangered marine mammal

The number of Mexico's critically endangered vaquita marina porpoises sighted in the Gulf of California fell to between 6 and 8 this year, researchers said Tuesday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

"Mishmi Tita" research provide an overview of the medicinal herb"s uses and conservation

Coptis teeta Wall. (C. teeta), commonly known as "Mishmi Tita," is a medicinal herb of considerable value traditionally used for treating various health conditions. This endangered plant, listed in the Red Data Book, is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan,.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Textured tiles help endangered eels overcome human-made river obstacles, study shows

A new way of helping a critically endangered species of eel swim upstream during their migration has been tested by Cardiff University researchers......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Wild horse species returns to the Kazakh steppes

After a few hesitant steps following a long flight from Prague, three Przewalski horses galloped off for the first time into the Kazakh steppe—the native habitat of this endangered species......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Physicists decode mechanics of knitted materials for engineering applications

Knitting, the age-old craft of looping and stitching natural fibers into fabrics, has received renewed attention for its potential applications in advanced manufacturing. Far beyond their use for garments, knitted textiles are ideal for designing and.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 4th, 2024

New Jersey plans to drop the bald eagle from its endangered species list

New Jersey proposed Monday removing the bald eagle from its endangered species list, citing a rebound since more than four decades ago, when a single nesting pair in a remote county was the only of its kind in the state......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

Govee Expands its Lighting Ecosystem with its Latest Launches

Lighting specialists Govee have a knack for designing some of the best-looking setups for people who want to add a bit more ambience and vibrance to their homes, workspaces, and more. In fact, the company recently launched a number of new products, w.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJun 1st, 2024

Fatal attraction: When endangered species try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose

Sticks and stones aren't enough to thwart biological attraction, but sometimes those are the only tools available to pastoralists trying to prevent wildlife from eloping with their livestock......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Scientists count emperor penguins in the Antarctic to investigate factors affecting population

Emperor penguins are an endangered species. Scientists are protecting the largest of all penguins by monitoring their numbers precisely and investigating which factors affect their population. A team led by researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Key tiger habitat swamped by deadly Bangladesh cyclone

Bangladesh forest experts warned Tuesday a key tiger habitat hit by a deadly cyclone had been submerged by seawater deeper and longer than ever before, raising fears for endangered wildlife......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

One of world"s rarest whales sighted off California coast

In an extraordinary sighting, a critically endangered North Pacific right whale was spotted off the Marin County coast on Friday, thrilling scientists......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

How to disable learning on the Nest Learning Thermostat

You'll want to disable learning on the Nest Learning Thermostat if you want to run your own heating and cooling schedule. Here's how it works......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 25th, 2024

New resource pinpoints inner workings of sorghum plant cells for designing better bioenergy feedstock

Bioenergy sorghum is an important resource for the production of biofuels and bioproducts and a critical component of a sustainable agricultural future. Researchers have been working hard to make this tall, drought-tolerant plant even more productive.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

Google’s Nest Learning Smart Thermostat is $70 off for Memorial Day

The Google Nest Learning Smart Thermostat is one of the best ways to manage your home's heating. It's on sale now at Best Buy......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

Designing a better nest to help endangered turtles

With Ontario's eight species of turtles considered at risk, a new nest designed by researchers has the potential to significantly bolster their struggling populations......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 22nd, 2024