Invasive zebra mussels found in pet shops nationwide
Zebra mussels, those invaders that have wreaked havoc on the Great Lakes, have found a new way to further their damaging spread: pet shops......»»
Your iPhone will receive a test emergency alert from FEMA today, and you can’t opt out
As you’ve probably heard by now, FEMA and the FCC are conducting a nationwide test of the Public Alert and Warning System in the United States today, October 4. This means that your iPhone will sound off with an emergency alert at around 2:20 p.m......»»
Your iPhone will receive a test emergency alert from FEMA tomorrow, and you can’t opt out
As you’ve probably heard by now, FEMA and the FCC are conducting a nationwide test of the Public Alert and Warning System in the United States tomorrow, October 4. This means that your iPhone will sound off with an emergency alert at around 2:20 p......»»
"Invasion" of tropical birds known as limpkins reported in Illinois—invasive snails may be attractive food source
While on a recent visit to the Chicago Botanic Garden, Ann Harness spotted a creature she'd never seen before. The tall brown bird with a long bill looked like a cross between a rail and a heron......»»
Feds propose protections for turtles that nearly went extinct in Washington state
A small and once-prominent species of turtle, endangered by invasive bullfrogs, human development and climate change, might soon see a boost in efforts to rebuild its populations throughout the West......»»
Desperate to rid California of invasive deer, officials propose bold helicopter hunt
A plan to use helicopter-mounted sharpshooters to kill nearly 2,000 invasive mule deer roaming the mountains of Santa Catalina Island has ignited a storm of protest among residents of the popular resort destination and prompted calls for state wildli.....»»
National emergency alert test will affect all U.S. iPhones on Wednesday
FEMA and the FCC will be holding a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) on October 4, with test messages sent to all iPhones, TVs, and radios.The test, set to take place at 2:20p.m. Eastern on Wednes.....»»
Scientists discover a durable but sensitive material for high energy X-ray detection
X-ray technology plays a vital role in medicine and scientific research, providing non-invasive medical imaging and insight into materials. Recent advancements in X-ray technology enable brighter, more intense beams and imaging of increasingly intric.....»»
Aquatic animals can help purify our wastewater, says researcher
Aquatic creatures may help purify our wastewater. A team of researchers has investigated how invertebrates, such as worms, non-biting midge larvae and mussels that live on the bottom of streams and ditches, may benefit wastewater treatment plants. Th.....»»
Spotted lanternfly has spread to Illinois, threatening trees and crops
Illinois is the latest state to find invasive spotted lanternflies, an winged insect that's spreading across the eastern U.S. and is subject to squish-on-sight requests in New York and elsewhere......»»
Dopamine-releasing brain cells reflect song bird intentions during courtship
His mind might have been set on finding water or on perfecting a song he learned as a chick from his dad. But all of that gets pushed down the to-do list for an adult male zebra finch when he notices a female has drawn nigh......»»
Sperm swimming is caused by the same patterns that are believed to dictate zebra stripes
Patterns of chemical interactions are thought to create patterns in nature such as stripes and spots. A new study shows that the mathematical basis of these patterns also governs how sperm tail moves......»»
Invasive alien species are a serious threat to the planet: Four key messages for Africa
Climate change has negatively—and irreversibly, in some cases—affected ecosystems around the globe. Sadly, though, it is not the only phenomenon that's altering our natural world......»»
Why invasive ants are a silent threat to our ecosystems
Invertebrates are often described by experts as the "little things that run the world," and ants are certainly one of the top contenders for this role. Ants help ecosystems to function normally and the total weight of all ants on Earth is roughly equ.....»»
Historians race to find Great Lakes shipwrecks before quagga mussels destroy the sites
The Great Lakes' frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Downed planes that spent decades underwater were left so pristine they could practically fly again when archaeologists finall.....»»
Dealers brace for impact from UAW strike at parts distribution centers
The UAW has expanded its strike to GM and Stellantis parts distribution centers, which will likely impact vehicle repair times at dealerships nationwide......»»
Mussels able to adjust heart rate to cope with marine heat waves
Mussels are among the ultimate superfoods, high in vitamin B12, omega-3 and great for the heart. Now, new research shows they are also likely to withstand marine heat waves by adjusting their body functions......»»
Investigating invasive plants as roadside contaminant removal tools
Tall, densely growing Phragmites and cattail (Typha) are familiar plants alongside highways and byways in the northern United States, flourishing in salty roadsides and degraded wetland environments created by chemicals applied to roads in the colder.....»»
Researchers assess how sea level rise will affect the health of freshwater mussels and other salt-sensitive species
Investigators recently studied several species of freshwater mussels, which are endangered and are especially sensitive to changes in water quality, to explore the ramifications of sea-level rise in coastal rivers. The research published in Environme.....»»
iPhone 14 iFixit repairability rating dropped due to parts pairing barrier
The iPhone 14 iFixit repairability rating has been dramatically reduced, after the company listened to feedback from consumers and independent repair shops, and admitted that it didn’t take into account the huge barrier imposed by Apple’s parts p.....»»
Australia gives up fight to eradicate bee-killing parasite
Australia on Wednesday abandoned its fight to eradicate the destructive Varroa mite, an invasive parasite responsible for the collapse of honeybee populations across the planet......»»