New research finds that in dry years, birds funnel into the greenness of river environments, but overcrowding may increase competition for habitat and resources.
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In dry years, rivers become birds’ crowded corridors
October 28, 2021
U contributes to first-ever nationwide mammal survey
June 14, 2021
A new 50-state survey shows Utah in the top 10 nationally for raccoons, bobcats and red foxes.
Rediscovery of the ‘extinct’ Pinatubo volcano mouse
January 22, 2021
In 1991, a volcano in the Philippines had the second-most powerful volcanic eruption of the 20th century. Its effects were devastating—but a mouse feared to have gone extinct survived.
How do U… start birding?
December 16, 2020
Birds are all around, and all you need to get started is an observant eye.
The secret social lives of giant poisonous rats
Nov 19, 2020
The African crested rat’s fur is packed with a poison so lethal just a few miligrams can kill a human. Biologists confirmed where it gets its poison, and uncovered an unexpected social life.
Community science birding data does not yet capture global bird trends
July 7, 2020
More observations and more focus on common birds could fill the data gap.
10 reasons to renew your Red Butte Garden membership
June 17, 2020
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Red Butte Garden made the difficult decision to cancel its 2020 concert series. But a membership offers much more than just the music.
ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY
May 12, 2017
A celebration of biodiversity and the U scientists who help preserve it.
ECOLOGY ON THE RUNWAY
August 15, 2016
Science and fashion meet to teach researchers how to connect with the public.
CONSERVATION EFFORTS
February 29, 2016
Expanding the research mission of Red Butte Garden’s Conservation Department to restore rare Utah plants.