Elkhorn and staghorn coral are now functionally extinct around the state, researchers say, meaning they no longer play any significant role in their ecosystem.
Tag: Global Warming
Iceland Says It Is No Longer Mosquito-Free
Iceland was one of the only mosquito-free places in the world, at least according to its records. Not anymore.
World Falling Short on Methane Pledge, U.N. Report Finds
Several agency programs are trying to track and reduce methane emissions around the world. To meet global targets, use of them needs to speed up.
Reviving California’s Kelp Forests, One Dive at a Time
Cove by cove, scientists, divers and volunteers are hauling up urchins to protect kelp.
Reviving California’s Kelp Forests, One Dive at a Time
Cove by cove, scientists, divers and volunteers are hauling up urchins to protect kelp.
Helping to Save the Bees With Plants in Kansas
About 97 percent of the land in the state is privately owned. Meet the people helping to make it friendlier for native bugs.
Helping to Save the Bees With Plants in Kansas
About 97 percent of the land in the state is privately owned. Meet the people helping to make it friendlier for native bugs.
Canada Moves to Discourage Arctic Rivals as the Fabled Northwest Passage Opens Up
The Inuit of the far north helped solve the mystery of a doomed 19th-century expedition. Now Canada needs them to strengthen its claim to this newly contested region.
The Kids Who Sued Trump Just Lost Big in Court. Or Did They?
A federal judge threw out their climate lawsuit against the president a few days ago. But legal experts say there was a silver lining in the judge’s opinion.
U.S. Pressures Countries to Delay Fees to Clean Up Ship Pollution
Under threats of tariffs and other sanctions from the U.S., nations postponed a vote on whether to charge fees on emissions from ships.