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A spiral-bloomed climbing plant called corkscrew vine attracts hummingbirds better than typical feeders and blooms all summer long. It's easy to grow, works in containers, and provides exactly what hummingbirds need.
Tiny hummingbirds are crossing the Gulf of Mexico right now, some arriving ahead of schedule this spring. A simple feeder and a few native plants could save their lives during the grueling journey north.
A NASA satellite captured a stunning hummingbird shape hidden beneath Antarctica's ice, offering scientists new ways to track Earth's changing landscape. The beautiful image combines natural wonder with cutting-edge technology that could help predict natural disasters.
A new satellite created by NASA and India just sent back a stunning image from Antarctica that looks exactly like a hummingbird in flight. The accidental artwork reveals how cutting-edge radar technology is helping scientists understand our planet's most remote regions.
A new Earth-observing satellite is now sharing radar images that see through snow and ice, revealing hidden details scientists never had access to before. The first public data release includes a stunning Antarctic image that looks just like a hummingbird.
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After years of development in Singapore, a groundbreaking cancer treatment reached its first human patient in London, targeting a protein that's stumped scientists for three decades. Hummingbird Bioscience's HMBD-001 could change how we fight stubborn tumors.
A bald eagle with a broken wing stretches toward recovery at Washington's PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, where dedicated staff help thousands of injured animals return to the wild. From hummingbirds to black bears, this team turns human-caused injuries into second chances.
A London-based impact firm just raised $6.3 million to help small clean energy companies across Africa grow without the fundraising struggle. The fund offers flexible loans from $50,000 to $500,000, designed to give entrepreneurs steady capital as they scale.
Scientists just saved seeds from the planet's last wild tree of its kind—a 150-year-old giant clinging to a cliff on a remote Chilean island. Twenty-four viable seeds are now sprouting hope for an entire species.
After 30 years of planning, California's groundbreaking wildlife crossing over 10 lanes of Highway 101 will open this December, giving mountain lions, bears, and other animals a safe path home. It's the world's largest wildlife overpass and could save countless lives on both sides of the pavement.
A Delhi restaurant owner is traveling across India to bring forgotten native vegetables and flowers back to the table. Her farm-to-fork mission is giving tribal ingredients their culinary spotlight.
A new smart bird feeder uses 4K cameras and AI to identify over 6,000 bird species and share custom facts about each visitor. It's making backyard birdwatching more accessible and educational for everyone.
An entrepreneur in Gujarat transformed his city home into a thriving green sanctuary that naturally cools itself and hosts 25 bird species. The eco-home has been recognized by the state government as a model for urban climate resilience.
Scientists discovered spiders in Peru, the Philippines, and Madagascar crafting spider-shaped sculptures from debris to protect themselves from predators. Some even shake their webs to make the decoys move like larger, more intimidating spiders.
Nearly 100 people showed up in the rain for DeSoto Hope's annual Cancer Survivors Day butterfly release in Southaven, Mississippi. The event honored survivors and caregivers while celebrating a milestone of 3,000 Hope Baskets delivered to local cancer patients.
A Florida college celebrated student achievement across every field from marine biology to Shakespeare. The inaugural Student Showcase Week gave dozens of undergrads their first chance to present research to industry leaders.
After missing the birdsong from a mountain trip, Noida artist Ekta Nahar spent months transforming her high-rise balcony into a thriving urban sanctuary. Now 200 birds visit her concrete neighborhood each morning, proving city spaces can become wildlife havens.
Deep in Chiapas' misty mountains, one of the world's most spectacular birds thrives in protected forests that safeguard nearly 1,000 plant species and hundreds of rare animals. The resplendent quetzal, once sacred to Maya kings, now attracts nature lovers to Mexico's "Galapagos of the Cloud Forests."
The beloved broadcaster whose career almost never happened celebrates a century of bringing nature into our living rooms. From being told his teeth were "too big" for TV to becoming the world's most trusted nature guide, his journey inspires millions.
Scientists solved a 200-year mystery about how birds have such incredible vision despite lacking blood vessels in their eyes. The answer reveals nature's surprising backup plan when the usual rules don't apply.
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