Losing What We Have Not Found
The silent decline of caterpillars in Costa Rica. A StoryMap and documentary by Julia Donovan, Malory Shaw, Mariel Day, and Paige Newman.
Walking Through the Rainforest, Episode 1: The White-Collared Peccary
Venture into the rainforest at La Selva Research Station in SarapiquÃ, Costa Rica! The first episode of this kid-friendly animal mini-docuseries features the White-Collared Peccary, a pig-like creature with a peculiar smell. By Guadalupe Alvarez, Kathleen Leslie and Josue Ponce.
The mightiest pollinators, from the tropics to the desert
Around the world, including in Costa Rica, hummingbirds are at risk. Humans can help. By Natalie MacKay/KUNR.
The decline of May Beetles in Costa Rica due to light pollution
The May Beetle and other nocturnal insect species in Costa Rica are in decline. But, all hope is not lost. By Mariel Day/KUNR.
Researchers are still trying to understand microplastics in Lake Tahoe
Plastic pollution threatens human and environmental health – but cleanups and pollution prevention efforts can help. By Malory Shaw/KUNR.
New Life in a Burn Scar
Scientists use novel planting techniques to restore pine seedlings after a fire. By Katherine Johnson.
Desert tortoise immune systems change with the seasons, researcher finds
New research from Colorado State University explores how tortoise immune systems respond to seasonal shifts in temperature. By Zoie Alstad.
Research Review: How readers judge expertise and credibility online
A new study investigates why some voices online feel more trustworthy than others. By Abdulmalik Adetola Lawal.
Research highlights conservation challenges for Nevada Gila monsters
Gila monsters face escalating conservation challenges in Nevada amid limited habitat protection and pressures from climate change. By Alanna Garcia.
Is climate change and environmental contamination compromising the zebrafish population?
A tiny, thumb-sized zebrafish may offer important clues about how brains control social behavior and how environmental changes could affect animal reproduction. By Alex Mounde.