In a new book, Michael Bond explores a growing body of research that says people in crowds exercise a collective intelligence
Lab tests suggest that infants learn more about the world around them when they encounter and investigate unexpected phenomena
Instead of just rehabilitating the fuzzy pups, some ecologists say we should be focusing on the underlying troubles of climate change and fish declines
We tend to privilege our sense of sight, but why not be led by your nose?
An unassuming shrub from the Mediterranean is the first documented case of a plant timing its reproduction to the lunar cycle
Thirteen national parks and reserves have lost all their primates as people move in to protected regions to farm cacao
In her new book, Caitlin O'Connell shows how the interactions of tight-knit bulls can be surprisingly similar to human relationships
Russia sends off the one-year crew and a Saturn probe gets artistic in our picks for this week's best space-related pictures
Technology hitting the market will help doctors examine heart conditions or check for colon cancer without breaking the skin
Meet the man who climbed to the top and took these stunning shots
The seals only consume the viscera, though, which may be why this particular type of predation took ecologists by surprise
On many maps the ocean is colored a uniform, solid blue. But for those who live off the waters, the sea is places, roads, highways
No-take reserves have helped commercially important species bounce back, but the reef still faces some serious threats
The jury is still out, but some are suggesting that sodas, chips and fries trick the brain into thinking no calories were consumed
An online campaign is asking the public to choose from a list of ten finalists whittled down by birders and conservationists
After 30 years working in mountain regions, Jack Ives argues that the world's elevated habitats are essential
Understanding aggressive tumors in pets may lead to better treatments for the nastiest forms of the disease in people
Experts on the science, economics and innovations of climate change spoke at this one-day event in Washington, D.C.
With 17,000 solar cells in its wing and tail, the aircraft relies solely on sunshine to keep its motors running
Geologist Robert M. Hazen selects works spanning genres that offer insights into our planet's history and inner workings
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