Mar 12th, 2010 · Pigmentless grotto salamanders, blind Ozark cavefish and parasitic horsehair worms are a few of the animals living in Missouri's 6,000-plus caves. Ira Flatow and three expert spelunkers look at the biology, geology and history of underground attractions in the "Cave State." These complex ecosystems are home to more than just bats and bears.
Jan 30th, 2010 · To some, deer are a beautiful symbol of nature. To others, they're a nuisance and a hazard to public health and the ecosystem. Much of that population growth is in suburbs, where hunting isn't a big part of the culture. But as Craig LeMoult reports, some Connecticut suburbs are so fed up they're opening up their parks and woods to hunters.
Jan 15th, 2010 · The upending of the late night schedule at NBC can be laid at the feet of NBC head Jeff Zucker. By moving Jay Leno to prime time, Zucker disturbed the ecosystem of viewing habits and created a downward slide of ratings leading into local news and the rest of the late-night schedule. One affiliate station revolt later, NBC has reversed itself while America watches.
Dec 11th, 2009 · With many hundreds of new recordings each year, jazz maintains a lot of biodiversity in its tiny ecosystem. Chances are, it's got something for everyone, but finding the right fit is like searching for an ant in the jungle; it's never an easy quest, but when it happens, you'll likely find an entire colony. Here are the 10 finest jazz records of 2009, as chosen by WBGO's Josh Jackson.
Nov 20th, 2009 · Two Asian carp species that could devastate the Great Lakes ecosystem may be a few miles from Lake Michigan. To halt their migration, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built an underwater electric fence on a canal 20 miles south of the lake. But tests conducted by David Lodge at Notre Dame indicate that they have gotten close to the lake despite the barrier.
Oct 18th, 2009 · Giant, exotic snakes including boas, anacondas and pythons have been moving into southern Florida and a new study by the U.S. Geological Survey says they're creating a great risk to the health of ecosystems there. Liane Hansen speaks with Gordon Rodda about the new study by the U.S. Geological Survey, "Risks of Giant Invasive Snakes in the U.S."
Sep 11th, 2009 · A review article in the journal Science this week summarizes the state of research on climate change in the Arctic. Among the findings — Arctic ecosystems have been severely disturbed. Lead author Eric Post, a biology professor at Penn State, discusses the report.
Aug 11th, 2009 · The world could lose all its coral reefs within the next century. As the Earth heats up, warming ocean waters could be deadly to these fragile ecosystems. On the Caribbean island of Bonaire, scientists are trying to figure out how to help coral reefs become more resilient.