ENVIRONMENT

The woolly devil—a recently identified plant species—has researchers intrigued because it belongs to a brand new genus.

Where does your state rank when it comes to wildlife conservation?

An ornithologist discovered a hummingbird “hive” in Ecuador‘s High Andes—a major departure for the solitary animals.

Researchers discovered a parasitic fungus that controls spiders‘ behavior, akin to the zombie ant fungus.

When it comes to winter road safety, which one should you use? It all depends on whether you’re looking to melt ice, gain traction, or both.

The elusive mammal was finally ready for its close-up.

From post-battle landscapes to cold weather fun, the events that occurred during frosty temperatures have led many an artist to pick up their brush and get painting.

News reports warn about the Santa Ana winds and their power to turn modest wildfires into conflagrations. Here’s why these wind patterns in Southern California can be so destructive.

The mass production of silver coins in the Roman Empire had an unintended effect: spewing so much lead into the atmosphere that it may have lowered citizens’ IQs.

From the world’s tallest peaks to its deepest lakes and beyond

Conservationists warn that the monarch could die out by the end of the century unless action is taken.

Anti-auroras are even less common than the northern lights.