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September 29, 2024
Choosing the right boots can make or break an adventure. During my recent safari across Botswana’s rugged and unpredictable terrains, my Timberland Flume boots proved to be more than just footwear—they were a lifeline. Here's how they held up when it mattered most.
Why Your Footwear...
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September 11, 2024
Citizen science involves everyday people contributing to scientific research, making it accessible and inclusive. Citizen scientists participate by collecting and sharing data, enhancing research across various fields. Platforms like iNaturalist facilitate this engagement, allowing users to document biodiversity globally, turning exploration into valuable scientific contributions...
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August 22, 2023
Taxonomy is the foundation of biology. If you get the name wrong, then all the following science is wrong.
https://nautil.us/the-oceans-are-teeming-with-unknown-species-238480/
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August 20, 2023
A decade-long rat eradication effort on Lehua Island, Hawai’i has successfully transformed the ecosystem, safeguarding threatened seabirds. The removal of rats has led to a significant increase in seabird numbers and the resurgence of native vegetation. The island now stands as a thriving haven for...
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August 15, 2023
Guinea grass (Urochloa maxima), a nonnative invasive grass in Hawaii, forms dense stands that outcompete native plants and has very high fine fuel loads that greatly increase fire potential, spread, and severity.
Scientists have long warned that Hawaii’s cover of nonnative shrubs is kindling waiting to...