Biogeography
Biogeography is the study of the distribution of animals.
Map of the World Without Humans
Elizabeth Borneman
In a world without humans, elk and buffalo would roam the Great Plains and elephants might still trumpet across Europe.
The Urban Heat Island Effect is Triggering Larger and More Spiders
Elizabeth Borneman
Researchers in Australia have found that the urban heat island effect results in larger and more abundant spiders.
Gap Analysis
Elizabeth Borneman
Gap analysis in ecology identifies areas where species lack protection, comparing actual habitats to areas conserved in order to guide conservation efforts.
Island Biogeography
Elizabeth Borneman
The biogeography of islands is a fascinating topic that extends to more than just island locations. The ‘island’ part of ...
Mass Movements So Large You Can See Them on Radar
Caitlin Dempsey
The U.S. National Weather Service in Saint Louse, Missouri recently reported that a butterfly shaped pattern on its radar was the result of... butterflies.