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Endangered Iberian lynx population jumps 10-fold

Once on the verge of extinction, the Iberian lynx population in Spain and Portugal has risen more than 10-fold over the past 18 years, the Spanish government said Friday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgMay 28th, 2021

Chinese fruit fly genomes reveal global migrations, repeated evolution

Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), which humans have inadvertently spread around the globe, arrived in China roughly 4,000 years ago, according to a new population genomics study that adds to our understanding of the insect's global migration, de.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Researchers complete mitochondrial genome analysis of endangered plant Primulina hunanensis

Primulina hunanensis is a perennial herb in the genus Primulina Hance of the family Gesneriaceae. It is very adaptable to low-light and barren cave environments, and is unique in its species evolution and environmental adaptation. P. hunanensis has b.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Researchers share road map promoting sustainable fishing

Researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) have released a road map to help the global fishing industry become more sustainable. The five-step plan outlines how the fishing industry can use population geno.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Saturday Citations: Dietary habits of humans; dietary habits of supermassive black holes; saving endangered bilbies

The onset of solar maximum has resulted in severe geomagnetic storms, with the possibility of aurora borealis events this weekend as far south as the northern United States. Do not be alarmed if you see awesome displays of light over your neighborhoo.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

One UI 6.1 Rolling Out to Galaxy S22, Galaxy Tab S8 & More

Samsung’s One UI 6.1 roll out is finally picking up speed and the software, with its Galaxy AI features is moving out to the Galaxy S22, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Tab S8, and other devices. After a bit of a lull, Samsung’s One UI 6.1 update.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  gottabemobileRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Nepal"s nature threatened by new development push: conservationists

Nepali conservationists condemned on Thursday new regulations permitting hydropower and hotel projects in protected nature reserves, saying they threatened to damage the habitats of tigers and other endangered animals......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Astrophysicists discover a novel method for hunting the first stars

A recent study led by the research group of Professor Jane Lixin Dai of the Department of Physics at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has discovered a novel method for detecting the first-generations stars, known as Population III (Pop III) stars, w.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Most Watched Netflix Movies in the UK

This month, Netflix intends to keep us busy by releasing several new seasons and sequels to popular shows and films. The UK population has been preoccupied with completing their watch later list.... The post Most Watched Netflix Movies in the UK appe.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Scientists find ancient, endangered lamprey fish in Queensland, 1400 km north of its previous known range

The Australian brook lamprey (Mordacia praecox) is part of a group of primitive jawless fish. It's up to 15 cm long, with rows of sharp teeth. Surprisingly, it doesn't use these teeth to suck blood like most lamprey species—it's non-parasitic......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Saving the Mary River turtle: How the people of Tiaro rallied behind an iconic species

Australian freshwater turtles are facing an alarming trend. Almost half of these species are listed as vulnerable, endangered or critically endangered......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Walking in African cities can be a miserable experience: Study shows planners ignore needs of pedestrians

African cities aren't welcoming places for pedestrians. Yet walking is free and, given the shortage of decent public transport, it's often the only way for people to move around. More than 70% of Africa's urban population of about 609 million walk da.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

A "conservation conundrum"—when rat control to conserve one species threatens another

When pest rats and mice decimate populations of native species, pest control is a no-brainer. But what if baiting rats protects threatened songbirds, while poisoning critically endangered owls?.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 deals: discounts and trade-in credit

Are you looking for awesome Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 deals? We've got all the best options rounded up here if you want to get some savings with your purchase......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

All-screen MacBook Pro and iPhone fold get new and aggressive rumored launch timetable

An Apple analyst believes that a foldable iPhone and an all-screen MacBook Pro are coming far sooner than expected, but there are reasons to be cautious about the latest rumor.The 'iPhone Fold' is expected to take design cues from existing Apple prod.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Rising mercury levels may contribute to declining Steller sea lion populations

A team of researchers from Texas A&M University and other institutions has made a surprising discovery about rising mercury levels in Steller sea lion pups that may have detrimental effects on the endangered species......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Best Samsung Galaxy deals: S24, Buds, Watches and more

We've gathered the best Samsung Galaxy deals for you to shop right now, which include discounts on the Galaxy Buds 2, Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and more......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Astronomers inspect population of young stellar objects in open cluster NGC 346

Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), an international team of astronomers has explored young stellar objects (YSOs) in an open cluster known as NGC 346. The study, published April 24 on the preprint server arXiv, yields crucial information ab.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Researchers say nature recovery must be integrated across all sectors to bend the curve of biodiversity loss

The alarming rates of biodiversity loss worldwide have made clear that the classical way of governing biodiversity recovery based on protected areas and programs for the protection of endangered species is not enough. To tackle this, almost 200 count.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Studies assess feasibility of aquaculture wastewater treatment methods

Aquaculture production operations that help feed the world's growing population also generate polluted wastewater that harms the environment. Four studies published by Purdue University scientists since last May document the feasibility of previously.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Historical data suggest hard knocks to human societies build long-term resilience

Frequent disturbances to human societies boost the ability of populations to resist and recover from subsequent downturns, a Nature paper indicates. The study, which analyzes 30,000 years of human history, has implications for future population growt.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024