June 30th, 2009 Mammals and many species of birds and fish are among evolution’s "winners," while crocodiles, alligators and a reptile cousin of snakes known as the tuatara are among the losers, according to new research by UCLA scientists and colleagues. "Our results indicate that mammals are special," said Michael Alfaro, a UCLA assistant professor of ecology and [...]
April 16th, 2009 It is unclear exactly what long–term impact the massive introduction of iguanas will have on the ecosystems of the Cayman Islands. What role will these lizards play in altering the biodiversity of these islands? Will they cause certain native plants to go extinct, triggering other negative biological changes in our environment?
February 10th, 2009 The 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Robert Darwin falls on 12 February 2009. No single researcher has since matched his collective impact on the natural and social sciences; on politics, religions, and philosophy; on art and cultural relations. In this landmark year, our Nature news special provides continuously updated news, research and analysis [...]
