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Environment

The 21st Century Is Primed for Fire

A local saw Canada's disasters coming. He had seen it before.

July 17, 2023

The Very Hungry Caterpillar and the Ecosystem

Caterpillars are a remarkable bellwether of environmental changes.

July 7, 2023

We’ll Miss the Vulture

Ecosystems are suffering without their invaluable scavenger, victim of a bad reputation.

June 13, 2023

Welcome to Gorongosa National Park

In a new series, Nautilus puts a spotlight on Gorongosa National Park, a model for biodiversity restoration.

June 7, 2023

A Map of Life Like None Other

In one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, scientists are charting the amazing web of life.

June 7, 2023

Scientists Discover Three New Hydrothermal Vent Fields on Mid-Atlantic Ridge

An international team of scientists work together to rapidly find and explore large hydrothermal vents on the world’s longest mountain range.

June 7, 2023

“Race Against Time” to Discover Ocean Life Prompts Launch of Global Initiative

A global alliance embarking on a race against time to discover and protect ocean life, before it’s too late.

June 7, 2023

Schmidt Ocean Institute Launches New Research Vessel That Will Change the Face of Ocean Exploration

Founders Eric and Wendy Schmidt launch R/V Falkor (too), with an inaugural expedition, expanding capacity, capability, and science for ocean research and technology development globally.

June 7, 2023

What an Oyster Hears

Listening for the sounds of coastal restoration.

May 19, 2023

When Disease Comes for the Scientist

The nurse told him: You have malaria—the kind that kills you. So why wasn’t it killing the birds?

May 9, 2023