Scientists expect to observe the greatest effects of global warming in the Arctic.
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Showing 9 of 11 matchesScientists expect to see the greatest effects of climate change in the Arctic. But what, exactly, will these effects be?
How is a national treasure being reshaped by the changing climate?
Bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators provide services that are critical to our future food security and the ecological hea
Why have Pacific leatherback sea turtles almost disappeared? Look for answers and solutions on Costa Rica’s beaches.
Join researchers in the towering mountains and verdant forests of Utah to monitor the health and diversity of bee populations.<
Help researchers study the nesting behavior of small, cavity-nesting forest owls in Utah and Arizona to better understand how t
Join scientists on the largest island in the Caribbean to conduct an assessment of its diverse array of bird species.
How can we keep shark and ray populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.

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