A team of paleontologists led by National Geographic Explorer Paul Sereno uncovered a trove of dinosaur fossils in the Sahara ...

Native grass species serve as vital germplasm resources and have evolved impressive traits like drought, cold, disease, and ...

Scholars and schoolchildren alike have generally classified animals by the foods they eat: carnivores eat meat; browsers ...

When sunlight hits clouds or other atmospheric particles, it scatters and becomes diffuse light. Unlike direct sunlight, ...

A new study investigates how diffuse light affects evapotranspiration and carbon uptake across forest, grassland, shrub, and ...

In the harsh, dry landscapes where few plants survive, one tree stands tall - the acacia. In this episode, we explore how this incredible tree adapts to extreme heat, scarce water, and poor soil. From ...

A team of researchers led by the Smithsonian has discovered the oldest known pterosaur fossil in North America. Pterosaurs were flying reptiles that lived alongside dinosaurs and were the first ...

Their approach—combining respect for natural desert beauty with sophisticated design sensibilities—established principles that continue to influence landscape architects working in arid environments ...

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Some places defy simple description, and the Paramount Swap Meet is definitely one of them – an explosion of commerce, ...

Hidden in the shadows of the Middle East’s rugged terrain prowls one of nature’s most extraordinary athletes. The caracal, ...

Phoenix style shines with outdoor designs that beat desert heat discover creative ideas for beautiful, comfortable living ...