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Falling ash from Puyehue-Cordón Caulle volcano
The Chilean volcanic eruption on Saturday, June 4, 2011 reached six miles up into the sky and sent a plume of ash toward Argentina. Read more about falling ash.
June 6, 2011
Tropical forests and carbon storage in 1st-ever map
Researchers looked at three million measurements of treetop height, along with ground data, and calculated the carbon held in tropical forests.
June 4, 2011
A week of deadly and rare tornadoes in Massachusetts
Dramatic video of June 1, 2011 tornado in Springfield, MA, crossing a river. A total of two tornadoes struck Springfield, killing 4 and injuring 40.
June 3, 2011
There’s no such thing as a jellyfish
What's a jellyfish? The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute created this wonderful video about jelly-like life forms that inhabit the ocean.
June 2, 2011
Great snipe is the fastest migratory bird ever discovered
Swedish scientists found that a great snipe migrates nonstop over a distance of around 4,200 miles (6,760 km) at a phenomenal 60 mph (97 kph).
May 31, 2011
Cats have a secret life
What do feral and free-roaming house cats do when they’re out of sight? A two-year study used tracking devices to follow the movement of feral and pet cats.
May 29, 2011
Honeybee count: preliminary results
USDA/AIA survey shows honeybee loss holding steady but majority of beekeepers feeling economic strain.
May 24, 2011
Treefrogs: Understanding species diversity
Recent research on treefrogs across the world could shed new light on why some places have more species diversity than others.
May 24, 2011
Jellyfish Lake is popular for snorkeling
Snorkeling in Jellyfish Lake is a popular activity for tourists to Palau.
May 23, 2011
Top 10 new species in 2011
A group of taxonomists made a 2011 top 10 list of the coolest new animal and plant species discovered last year. A bottom-dwelling batfish tops the list.
May 23, 2011
