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The American flag sunset photo said it was the most patriotic sunset I've ever seen.

The Mystery of the American Flag Sunset Viral Photo

Written by:
Jordan Liles
June 3, 2021 We followed a pathway into the past to find the origins of a patriotic picture that had gone unc ...
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Henry David Thoreau, the environmental philosopher and author of “Walden”, was a keen observer of seasonal change.

Researchers Tested Henry David Thoreau's Historical Observations — and Here's What They Found

Written by:
The Conversation
Oct. 26, 2022 The group assessed the quality of Thoreau's findings to determine if, or how, they could inform ...
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The internet is full of advice on just about everything, including plant care.

4 Misguided Plant Health Trends on Social Media

Written by:
The Conversation
Aug. 16, 2022 The internet is full of advice on just about everything, including plant care.
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Mistletoe – Famous for Stolen Holiday Kisses – is a Parasite That Steals Water and Nutrients from Other Plants

Written by:
The Conversation
Dec. 16, 2021 Turns out, there are 1,300 species of this evergreen plant worldwide.
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Map, Diagram, Plot

Farmer's Almanac Predicts 'Season of Shivers'

Written by:
Madison Dapcevich
Nov. 26, 2021 The North American almanac has predicted weather for 230 years.
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Person, Human, Tree

IN PHOTOS: World's Largest Tree Wrapped in Fire Foil

Written by:
Madison Dapcevich
Sept. 21, 2021 An encroaching California wildfire had raged to nearly 24,000 acres.
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Plant

Researchers Discover Intricate Algae Plant That Resembles Mermaid's 'Umbrella'?

Written by:
Bethania Palma
Sept. 4, 2021 A strange but fascinating feature of this plant is that it's made up of one giant cell.
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cat

Don't Blame Cats for Destroying Wildlife

Written by:
The Conversation
Aug. 6, 2021 Conservationists and the media often claim that cats are a main contributor to a mass extinction ...
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trout

Fish Hooked on Meth – The Consequences of Freshwater Pollution

Written by:
The Conversation
July 7, 2021 We must get to grips with the amount of pharmaceuticals in our waterways.
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cat

Why Do Cats Knead with Their Paws?

Written by:
The Conversation
June 14, 2021 Have you heard some cat lovers talk about their feline friends “making biscuits” or “kneading do ...
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horse looking in mirror

Horses Can Recognize Themselves in a Mirror

Written by:
The Conversation
April 6, 2021 Horses possess an unusual skill, widely considered an indicator of self-awareness.
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octopus

Sleeping Octopuses Might Experience Fleeting Dreams

Written by:
The Conversation
April 2, 2021 Color-changing patterns in snoozing octopuses are characteristic of two alternating sleep states ...
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Periodical cicada in Washington D.C.

Billions of Cicadas May Be Coming Soon to Trees Near You

Written by:
The Conversation
March 12, 2021 Starting sometime in April or May, depending on latitude, one of the largest broods of 17-year ...
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cuttlefish

Clever Cuttlefish Show Advanced Self-Control, Like Chimps and Crows

Written by:
The Conversation
March 3, 2021 Finding that cuttlefish are capable of some of the facets that are thought to be fundamental to ...
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Dog and cat

Cats Don't Avoid Strangers Who Behave Badly Towards Their Owners, Unlike Dogs

Written by:
The Conversation
Feb. 19, 2021 Cat cognition research suggests cats do form emotional bonds with their humans.
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piglets

Pigs Can Play Video Games, Scientists Discover

Written by:
The Conversation
Feb. 11, 2021 Pigs might not be able to fly, but they can play video games.
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butterflies

Male Butterflies Mark Their Mates with a Stench to 'Turn Off' Rival Suitors

Written by:
The Conversation
Feb. 3, 2021 Smells, scents and stenches are a common feature in the messy world of sex.
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Canine genius

How to Tell If Your Dog Is a Genius

Written by:
The Conversation
Feb. 2, 2021 A paper published in Nature shows some dogs learn the name of a new object after hearing it only ...
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Giant Ancient Sharks Had Enormous Babies That Ate Their Siblings in the Womb

Written by:
The Conversation
Jan. 11, 2021 Some sharks lay eggs, while others give birth to live young. In most sharks, however, the eggs h ...
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Your Dog's Nose Knows No Bounds – And Neither Does Your Dog's Love for You

Written by:
The Conversation
Oct. 26, 2020 What is my dog thinking? Am I doing everything I can to ensure my pup is content?
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