Reports filed under Ecology, newest first.
The thread discusses the concept of invasive plants and advocates for a more harmonious approach to ecological management by listening to nature rather than waging war on it. It emphasizes healing the soil and restoring biodiversity as solu…
The thread discusses how natural elements like pine cones, fossils, and migratory patterns can be used to understand the United States beyond political boundaries, highlighting ecological and historical connections across regions.
The thread discusses research on how bean plants use an immune receptor to attract parasitic wasps to defend against caterpillar attacks. This highlights a form of plant defense mechanism and its ecological implications.
The thread discusses a study suggesting that magic mushrooms may affect fish behavior, making them lazier and more relaxed. This raises questions about the effects of psychedelic substances on aquatic life and their potential ecological imp…
Microblog posts discuss an invasive species of fish, known as 'janitor fish,' causing ecological issues in Indonesia's capital, leading to a mass removal operation. The posts highlight the environmental impact and the response by authoritie…
The thread discusses how connected habitats can help frogs maintain protective microbes and reduce the spread of a deadly fungus. This is significant because it highlights an ecological solution to a conservation challenge.
The thread discusses giant beaver populations causing ecological disruption in California, with reports that humans intentionally introduced them. The issue highlights environmental damage and the consequences of non-native species introduc…
The thread discusses a news article reporting that cocaine has been found to have a negative impact on salmon migration patterns, raising concerns about environmental and ecological effects. The posts highlight the issue of drug-related env…
The thread discusses the potential migration of hippos from Colombia to Mexico and the reasons why this migration is unlikely, highlighting the long time it may take to address related environmental or ecological issues.
The thread discusses Madagascar's ancient baobab trees and their role in storing climate data over 700 years. The posts highlight the ecological and cultural significance of these trees and their potential to provide insights into climate c…
A study highlights how the decline of large mammals in African savannas disrupts nutrient flows, impacting tadpoles in temporary ponds. The research spans over two decades and shows ecological ripple effects from mammal loss.
A study led by researchers from the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin reveals that the decline of large mammals in African savannas is altering nutrient cycles and affecting ecosystems, including amphibian larvae in temporary pools. The posts hi…