The Saola, also known as the Asian unicorn, is a critically endangered mammal found in Vietnam and Laos. It faces threats from poaching, habitat loss due to deforestation, agriculture, logging, and urban development. Genetic studies reveal a population bottleneck, emphasizing the urgency of conservation actions to protect this unique lineage from extinction. A new reference […]
The paper discusses the global issue of marine plastic pollution, specifically focusing on the distribution of microplastics in the ocean’s subsurface layers. It synthesizes data from 1,885 sampling stations collected between 2014 and 2024, revealing that microplastics are found throughout the water column with varying abundance by size and depth. The study highlights significant uncertainties […]
The study examines the differential recovery of fungal and termite functions in deadwood decomposition following rainforest regeneration in Australia. The researchers found that while fungi consistently contribute to carbon and nutrient cycling, termite species richness, composition, and functional roles are significantly reduced in secondary tropical rainforests compared to old-growth forests. This suggests that fungal communities […]
The study compares biodiversity loss due to agriculture in various contexts, including plant communities and local landscapes. Biodiversity loss varies according to plant type and landscape context, with primary vegetation experiencing less loss than croplands. Geographic factors also influence these findings. Future research should reanalyze data by sub-regions within tropical and subtropical areas and extend […]