Portable test kit quickly detects coral-eating starfish on reefs

As if they don’t already face enough challenges from bleaching, many of the world’s coral reefs are currently being eaten by the crown-of-thorns starfish. A simple new portable test kit, however, could detect their presence sooner than ever before.Cont… Continue reading Portable test kit quickly detects coral-eating starfish on reefs

Atom bomb isotopes reveal true age of whale sharks for the first time

A key part of wildlife conservation is establishing a clear picture of how animals age and how long they can be expected to live. For biologists studying the world’s largest fish, this vital information hasn’t been so forthcoming. A new study, however,… Continue reading Atom bomb isotopes reveal true age of whale sharks for the first time