PlantsMarch 26, 2025
Why These Tropical Trees Love a Lightning Strike
One species of tropical tree seems not only to survive lightning strikes but also to thrive because of them
Stories by Gennaro Tomma
Gennaro Tomma is a freelance journalist who covers science, with a focus on the natural world, biodiversity, conservation, climate change, environmental and science-related policies, and more. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Science, National Geographic, New Scientist and other outlets. Find more on his website: https://gennarotomma.it
BehaviorMarch 20, 2025
Mouse-to-Mouse Resuscitation: Rodents Try to Revive Unconscious Buddies
Three studies show that a mouse will try to rouse an unconscious companion
EcologyMarch 14, 2025
These Dogs Can Sniff Out Invasive Species before It’s Too Late
Dogs excel at finding spotted lanternfly eggs in lower-level infestations
BehaviorNovember 5, 2024
These Bird Nests Show Signs of an Architectural ‘Culture’
Culture may play a role in how birds build collectively in the Kalahari Desert
AnimalsSeptember 16, 2024
Caterpillars Sense Hungry Wasps’ Electrical Field
Predators’ electricity gives caterpillars an early warning
BeesJuly 26, 2024
Honeybees Wing-Slap Ants That Try to Invade Their Hive
Japanese honeybees use their wings to slap back ants trying to invade their hive
AnimalsJune 21, 2024
These Bloodsucking Leeches Jump like Striking Cobras
Scientists observed leeches jumping like striking snakes, resolving long-standing debate
ConservationJune 17, 2024
Releasing Baby Cane Toads Teaches Predators to Avoid Toxic Adults
Australian conservationists introduced juvenile cane toads ahead of invasions to help prepare native monitor lizards