A vast fungal web braids together life on Earth. Merlin Sheldrake wants to help us see it.
Tag: Endangered and Extinct Species
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American Kestrels Are in a Puzzling Decline
The number of American kestrels has dropped sharply. That goes against the trend for birds of prey, broadly seen as a conservation bright spot.
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Sparrows Are the Main Suspects in a Bird-Nest Murder
A nest was assaulted. The main suspect: A nonnative sparrow.
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Orcas Have Sunk 3 Boats in Southern Europe, Scientists Say
A small group of orcas is ramming into sailboats in waters off the Iberian Peninsula. Researchers say they do not know what is driving the unusual behavior toward boats.
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California Wildflower Scientist Searches for Rare Species After Wet Winter
A wet winter has provided a narrow window for botanists to search for wildflowers that have been lying dormant for years in California.