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Study raises the possibility of a country without butterflies
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Science Daily reports, "A sweeping study for the first time tallies butterfly data from more than 76,000 surveys across the continental United States. The results: Butterflies -- all of them -- are disappearing. "
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- Tags: butterflies, diversity, ecology, environment
Common houseplants can improve air quality indoors
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Phys.org reports, "Ordinary potted house plants can potentially make a significant contribution to reducing air pollution in homes and offices, according to new research led by the University of Birmingham and in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)."
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- Tags: ecology, environment, health
Parasite 'matchmakers' can genetically alter plant cells to attract insects
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Phys.org reports, "Scientists have revealed a parasite's role in boosting male insect appeal by modulating host processes to facilitate female attraction, thereby enhancing the parasite's own transmission and survival."
Researchers make discovery while experimenting with plastic replacements.
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Origin Materials ust announced it's discovered a novel way to produce plastics using bio-based feedstocks, like sawdust, old cardboard, and wood chips."
Morning glory plants resistant to glyphosate!
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Science Daily reports, "Morning glory plants that can resist the effects of glyphosate also resist damage from herbivorous insects, according to a University of Michigan study.
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- Tags: herbicide, pest management