Red patches in this forest indicate devastation from the bark beetle. (Photo credit: US Global Change Research Program)
If you live, travel, or ski in the American West, you may have noticed a large number of standing dead trees within pine forests in the region. What is causing so many trees to die? The answer may be surprising—it lies in a tiny insect . . . and a natural process.
Does everyone who studies biology become a doctor or a researcher? Does a degree in biology always lead to a life in a lab coat? NO!
Learn about the many different career choices open to those who study biology.
A camel's hump does not store water, it stores fat. But a camel can store up to 20 gallons of water in its bloodstream.
Not many organisms are able to survive the harsh conditions of the Arctic tundra. One insect, called an Arctic springtail, has several unique adaptations that allow it to thrive in such a cold and uninviting environment.