environment

Acid falling, commonly called acid rain, describes precipitation with a lower pH than normal rain because it contains higher concentrations of acidic compounds. When atmospheric...

Some beaches in New Jersey periodically test positive for bacteria such as enterococcus and other indicators used to signal potential contamination from sources including stormw...

Snails are small, slow, and profoundly at risk, from habitat loss and pollution to invasive species and climate change. Saving snails protects soil health, forest regeneration,...

In ecology, a consumer is an organism that cannot produce its own food and must obtain energy by eating other organisms or organic matter. Consumers are categorized by what they...

Netflix documentaries about plastic combine vivid visuals with investigative reporting to explore the lifecycle of plastics, from extraction and production to waste, pollution,...

The Feather River body describes the river system and associated waters in Northern California, primarily within the Feather River watershed. This evergreen guide explains the g...

Pupfish are small, hardy fish that live in isolated springs and desert wetlands across the American Southwest and into Mexico. Because many populations occupy single, often tiny...

A beach closure due to bacteria typically means water tests show levels of microorganisms like certain bacteria, algae, or their byproducts that public health standards consider...

Earth Day is observed on April 22 in most countries, but practices, scale, and emphasis vary widely by region and culture. Below is a concise overview of how the day is marked g...

A whale on a beach, or stranding, is a rare, high-stakes event that draws public attention and requires coordinated scientific and rescue responses. This guide explains the lead...