Although many conservationists believe biodiversity is intrinsically valuable, the protection of biodiversity has also been argued for on the basis that diversity makes ecosystems healthier and ...

Researchers have identified two natural compounds, patulin and xestoquinol, as new inhibitors of the enzyme topoisomerase 1, a key element in the correct functioning of DNA. The finding, published ...

For 76 years, United Nations peacekeepers have worked to save and change lives in the world’s most fragile political and security situations. Since 1948, more than two million uniformed and ...

Bees and other pollinators, such as butterflies, bats and hummingbirds, are increasingly under threat from human activities. Pollination is, however, a fundamental process for the survival of our ...

The Spongy Moth larvae have wreaked particular havoc on Illinois regional staples such as oak, willow, and pines. Male moths are distinguishable by their chevron-marked brown wings and the females ...

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has recently revised its approach to managing the invasive spongy moth population in ... the munching of spongy moth larvae—more information is ...

While creeping myrtle can smother other plants, bearberry provides food for birds and is a host plant for 14 species of butterfly and moth larvae. Plant Local MV also lists common misconceptions about ...