In many species of bumblebees, the queens spend their winters buried underground in a small pit the size of a grape. For six to nine months, they enter a deep sleep-like state called diapause, waiting for the season. As climate change brings heavy rainfall to many areas, these overwintering queens face increasing risks from unstable … Read more
The first photograph of a Ross seal swimming underwater. | Photo by Justin Hofman A photographer has captured the first images of the rare and adorable Ross seal swimming in the icy waters of Antarctica. Justin Hofman spent 16 seasons diving on cruise ships as part of his role as an oceanographer. At that time, … Read more
It was said that it could not be done: the place was too dangerous; floods would wipe out the cameras; the system was very unpredictable. But the truth is, no one has ever tried Andi Cross tells Melissa Hobson. We were heading to Porto Jofre, known for its wild jaguars, to help the Jaguar Identification … Read more