Beyond bison and bears: Scientists seeking Yellowstone’s hidden species find more than 1,200
Scientists look for Yellowstone’s hidden species Scientists discover new species of worms that release ‘bombs’ to distract attackersWASHINGTON — Thousands of feet beneath the sea live worms that can cast off green glowing body parts, a move scientists think may be a defensive effort to confuse attackers. Researchers have dubbed the newly discovered critters “green bombers.” Conservation groups again seek endangered species protection for giant, spitting worm in Wash.SPOKANE, Wash. — Fans of the giant Palouse earthworm are once again seeking federal protection for the rare, sweet-smelling species that spits at predators. Waters fill with anacondas and alligators as Brazilians flee worst flooding in decadesCORIMATA DA CIMA, Brazil — The dirt road that runs in front of her house is a river. Her fields of rice and manioc lie ruined underwater. And with water seeping into her mud-brick, thatched-roof home, Maria do Remedio Santos knows it’s time to join her neighbors. |