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04-19-2024
Invasive plants alter the soundscape of ecosystems
We often think of ecosystems in terms of what we can see – the plants, the animals, the landscape. But there's a hidden dimension to our natural world: sound. From the calls of birds to the whisper of wind through the trees, soundscapes are a vital part of healthy ecosystems. New research reveals a surprising truth: invasive plants are altering the soundscapes, and the consequences could be far-reaching. Environment soundscapes The soundtrack of an environment is referred to as its soundscape. Imagine it as the collective voice...
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05-29-2019
Palm trees in England? Invasive plants could soon spread across the UK
Palm trees are a familiar sight on white sandy beaches...
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05-28-2019
Ancient Egyptians enjoyed watermelon as far back as 3,500 years ago
A new study from the University of Munich has revealed...
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05-27-2019
How to turn your backyard into a healthy habitat for animals
One of the best ways to live with wildlife is...
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05-27-2019
Licorice tea can cause serious side effects
Licorice is commonly used in herbal teas for promoting digestive,...
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05-27-2019
How apples evolved to attract animals and became domesticated
Robert Spengler of the Max Planck Institute for the Science...
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05-21-2019
CBD may be an effective treatment for opioid and heroin addiction
A new study from the Icahn School of Medicine at...
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05-20-2019
This plant virus can actually help keep plants healthy and pest-free
Researchers from the University of California San Diego and Case...
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05-16-2019
A compound found in broccoli can help suppress cancerous tumor growth
Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables, like cauliflower, cabbage, Brussel sprouts,...
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05-14-2019
Nigerian music drums can train your ears to pick out a ripe watermelon
The fastest way to determine if a watermelon is ripe...
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05-13-2019
A new way to improve the flavor of store-bought tomatoes
A new way to improve the flavor of store-bought tomatoes....
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05-13-2019
Ancient forest in North Carolina holds the oldest trees in North America
Ancient forest in North Carolina holds the oldest trees in...
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05-12-2019
Larch trees in far north feeling effects of climate change
The warming temperatures in the far northeastern region of China...
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