Dog feces and urine are major sources of nitrogen and phosphorus in nature reserves near cities, which can cause environmental harm. READ MORE
Can bees thrive in urban ecosystems? These researchers argue that quality, not necessarily quantity, matters when planting floral food sources for wild bees. READ MORE
Language matters. Personal language can come across as argumentative or accusative, while inclusive language puts everyone on the same side: against the problem. READ MORE
In this survey from 2013, initial strong feelings of disgust and perception of cultured meat as “unnatural” were followed by acknowledgement of the benefits to society that cultured meat can [...] READ MORE
A new approach assesses crippling of hunted animals, enabling monitoring of negative impacts of recreational hunting as a wildlife management tool. READ MORE
A study from Belgium looks at the differing attitudes between vegetarians and meat-eaters with an eye on making advocacy more effective. READ MORE
Most people see a vegetarian diet in a positive light but there are still real barriers that exist to having people make the jump. READ MORE
Complex information makes consumers "shut off," while simple information in well-recognized media formats appears to be most effective. READ MORE
Identifying key aspects of a dog's behavior can help in finding a suitable human companion, and shelter programs can be geared towards adoption success. READ MORE
