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Birds took advantage of lockdowns by hanging out in the city, study finds
Warblers, hummingbirds, hawks and other migratory birds across Canada and the U.S. hung out in cities during the pandemic lockdowns in the spring of 2020, treating urban-dwelling humans to far more visits than usual, a new study finds. Scientists say that shows human activity and traffic normally drive birds away and point to possible...
Apparent death of 47-year-old orca matriarch could have serious effects on pod, scientists fear
The Center for Whale Research in Washington says a 47-year-old female identified as L47 has not been seen for nearly seven months and is likely...
How much air pollution is too much? Global limits lowered for 6 pollutants
The World Health Organization said Wednesday that the harmful health effects of air pollution kick in at lower levels than it previously thought and it is setting a higher bar for policymakers and the public in its first update to its air quality guidelines in 15...
Green-thumbed Thai cabbies turn taxis into gardens amid COVID-19 crunch
With demand for taxis drying up in Thailand and thousands of drivers leaving town, one Bangkok cab company has turned its vehicles into mini vegetable gardens, hoping to take the edge off the coronavirus...
Ottawa biologist's whale tale earns an Emmy
Shane Gero, a scientist in residence and adjunct professor at Carleton University, played a major role in the James Cameron-produced Disney+ series Secrets of the Whales.
Mountain goat 'turned the tables,' killed grizzly bear in Yoho National Park
Parks Canada says a mountain goat in Yoho National park took on a grizzly bear — and won.
Neck-to-neck combat: Giraffes fight fair when they spar, researchers find
Jessica Granweiler was surprised by the intricate rules that male giraffes seem to follow when they are sparring with each other. For instance, giraffes are either "lefties" or "righties" when they bash necks, and they will respect their opponent's side...