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Cristina Ortiz
Amazon wildfires hide another threat to the rainforest
Amazon wildfires are weakening the rainforest’s ability to absorb carbon, as ozone pollution damages trees that survive the flames.
October 12, 2026
The Komodo dragon is the world’s largest living lizard
The Komodo dragon is the world’s largest lizard. It's a venomous predator that can hunt, swim between islands and reproduce without a mate.
September 28, 2026
Scientists discover a new tiger cat hiding in plain sight
Scientists studying the tiger cat have found 5 distinct species, revealing more diversity among these familiar-looking wild cats than previously known.
September 19, 2026
Reef fish survival threatened by motorboat noise
Reef fish exposed to motorboat noise can end up smaller and struggle to escape predators, says new research into dangerous underwater noise.
September 7, 2026
Giant trees break a decades-old science theory
Giant trees have evolved remarkable adaptations that allow them to reach extreme heights while maintaining efficient water transport.
August 31, 2026
Walking shark discovered in Papua New Guinea
Shark Week begins with a remarkable discovery: scientists have identified a new walking shark, proving the ocean still holds secrets worth protecting.
July 27, 2026
The giraffe weevil: When a beetle grows a giraffe’s neck
The giraffe weevil is a tiny Madagascan beetle with a super-long neck, leaf-rolling skills and a fantastic evolutionary story.
July 13, 2026
The boat-billed heron: When nature thinks big
With its oversized bill and large eyes, the boat-billed heron is a striking example of evolution going big. Read about it here!
June 29, 2026
Pinocchio frogs seem straight out of a fairy tale
Pinocchio frogs use their extending noses for courtship displays, blending fairy-tale looks with real rainforest survival strategies.
June 22, 2026
Glowworms turn cave ceilings into underground starscapes
Glowworms turn dark New Zealand caves into beautiful starscapes all year round. They use their elegant but deadly displays to trap their prey.
June 15, 2026
