The Secret Lives of Sperm Whales

Deep in waters rarely seen by humans, these “gentle goliaths” are back from near-extinction. By Lauren Christensen – NY Times – … More

This miracle plant was eaten into extinction 2,000 years ago—or was it?

Silphion cured diseases and made food tasty, but Emperor Nero allegedly consumed the last stalk. Now, a Turkish researcher thinks … More

Rats show kindness, orcas mourn their dead, and monkeys protest injustice. Scientists are learning that other species also have complex … More

By David Gelles. Gelles writes about the intersection of climate and the corporate world and has covered Patagonia for nearly a … More

This National Hummingbird Day, learn the buzz about these bizarre and beautiful birds Megan Kalomiris is an intern in the … More

After lobbying by the governor, lawmakers adopted $54 billion in climate spending and voted to keep open the state’s last … More

The 1755 earthquake of Lisbon had such a profound effect on the world that we are still feeling its impact … More

Whales share songs from Australia to Ecuador, scientists have found, suggesting a remarkably fast cultural evolution. By Carl Zimmer – Aug. … More

Scientists are using machine learning to eavesdrop on naked mole rats, fruit bats, crows and whales — and to communicate … More

Nearly half of news stories about spider bites contain misinformation, which experts say can hurt conservation efforts Will Sullivan – … More