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Blog / DNA out of thin air: New study finds animal DNA in the airshed of a zoo.

March 31, 2022 / Haley Plaas /

A new study finds that DNA from nearby animals can be detected in airborne particles. This technology has the potential to enhance how researchers study endangered species in remote locations.

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Blog / Learn to dig the dark

March 21, 2022 / Kayla Goforth /

It’s almost sea turtle nesting season! Did you know that during sea turtle nesting season you should avoid using white lights on beaches? White lights can disorient hatchling sea turtles making their way to the ocean.

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Blog / Honey Bees: Conservation Icon or Environmental Problem?

April 5, 2018August 3, 2018 / Kendall Lough /

Bzzzzztt! Oh, sorry. That was just the sound of another honey bee dying. Seriously though, honey bee populations are crashing all over the world – we’ve lost nearly 60% of…

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