New frog species chirp like trippy ‘Star Trek’ sound effects — so they got names that fans will love
Newly discovered Boophis genus tree frogs in Madagascar were named for evoking sounds like that of “Star Trek.” M. Vences, CC ...
To keep Miami's tree canopy resilient, tropical species may be the best option for planting
In Miami—a place known for one of the most diverse tree canopies in the world—nearly half of the native trees may struggle to ...
‘Otherworldly’ sounds in Madagascar rainforest turn out to be 7 new species. Hear them
Hiking through the dense rainforest of Madagascar, scientists heard a series of “otherworldly” sounds. The “somewhat bizarre” ...
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Can trees protect their genetic diversity for millions of years?
European trees maintained genetic diversity through ice ages, revealing resilience. This may offer hope for future climate ...
Adaptability of trees persists after millions of years of climate change, finds study
Seven of the most common forest trees in Europe have been shown to be able to shelter their genetic diversity from major ...
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Fall's a perfect time to plant a tree. Some tips on doing it right
For starters, choose the right tree. Yes, this means selecting a tree that will make you happy, but it also means taking your ...
Seven new frog species discovered in Madagascar: Sounds like something from Star Trek
Researchers have discovered seven new species of tree frogs that make otherworldly calls in the rainforests of Madagascar. Their strange, high-pitched whistling calls sound more like sound effects ...
Harvesting for Sukkot: A look at the farmers who grow the holiday's Four Species
At Sukkot time, many Jews focus on the Four Species – etrog (citron), lulav (palm frond), three hadassim (myrtle twigs), and ...
School plants a ‘Moon Tree’ grown with seeds flown in space
The so-called “Moon Tree” — grown with seeds that were flown around the moon — was wheeled out in a wagon accompanied by ...
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Captain croak? New species of frogs named after ‘Star Trek’ captains
Scientists named them Kirk, Picard, Sisko, Janeway, Archer, Burnham, and Pike after seven of the most iconic captans from ...
Scientists Revive Ancient Tree Species Using 1,000-Year-Old Seed
A tree species believed to have been lost to history has been successfully regrown from a 1,000-year-old seed, according to ...
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Adaptability of trees persists after millions of years of climate change
Seven of the most common forest trees in Europe have been shown to be able to shelter their genetic diversity from major shifts in environmental conditions. This is despite their ranges having shrunk ...