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Science - September 20, 2009
Decline in sea ice could mean the loss of two-thirds of global polar bear population by mid-century.
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Monkeys Obtain Full Color Vision With Gene Therapy
Science - September 16, 2009
Males with red-green colorblindness can distinguish the hues after gene therapy, study suggests.
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As Climate Shifts, Birds Follow
Science - September 15, 2009
Bird species in the Sierra Nevadas have altered their ranges in response to changes in temperature.
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Extinct New Zealand Eagle May Have Eaten Humans
Science - September 11, 2009
Haast's eagle would have swooped to prey on flightless birds—and possibly even the rare unlucky human.
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Japanese Town in 'The Cove' Setting Dolphins Free
Science - September 10, 2009
The town of Taiji, known for its annual dolphin hunt, has suspended killing the animals.
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Walruses Congregate on Alaska Shore as Ice Melts
Science - September 10, 2009
Researchers say walruses massing on shore could lead to deadly stampedes and too much pressure on prey.
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Global Warming Pushes Walrus Closer to Endangered List
Science - September 9, 2009
A second Arctic marine mammal has moved closer to an Endangered Species listing due to global warming.
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Secrets of the Four Chambers Revealed by Reptile Hearts
Science - September 3, 2009
The molecular blueprint for evolution from cold-blooded to warm-blooded has been found.
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Play that Monkey Music
Science - September 2, 2009
Tunes inspired by tamarin calls seem to alter the primates’ emotions.
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Scientists Shed New Light on Behavior of Shark "Tweens" and Teenagers
Science - August 26, 2009
Study may prove useful in conservation efforts for over-fished sharks.
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Leptin Leads to Hamster Baby Boom
Science - August 26, 2009
The hormone may help mother hamsters determine how much energy to invest in offspring.
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Michael Vick's Contrition Is Not Convincing
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Bonnie Erbe
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Bonnie Erbe - August 17, 2009
He's found God. What a cliché!
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Death-Grip Fungus Made Me Do It
Science - August 6, 2009
Ants attacked by specialist spores bite low-hanging leaves before dying.
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