Articles for author: Linnea H, BSc Sociology

This Jellyfish Shape Shifts in the Ocean Depths

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

The deepstaria jelly is a creature unlike any other that is found in one of the deepest parts of the ocean. It is known for its ghostly appearance and truly is a rare sight! Let’s dive into the world of this intriguing marine animal! Appearance The deepstaria jelly looks like a translucent, flowing sheet shifting ...

The Grim Fate For Male Bees After Mating

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Male bees, also known as drones, have a very specific role. Their main purpose is to mate with the queen bee. The Mating Process During mating, male bees transfer their genetic material to the queen. This ensures the continuation of the hive. The Queen Bee’s Role The queen bee is the only female in the ...

7 American Ghost Forests (And the Sea-Level Story They Tell)

7 American Ghost Forests (And the Sea-Level Story They Tell)

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Standing in a coastal wetland today feels like witnessing time itself slow down. The skeletal remains of once-mighty forests pierce through salt marshes like ancient monuments, their bleached trunks telling a story more dramatic than any fiction. These eerie landscapes, known as ghost forests, represent one of the most visible signs of climate change across ...

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Advancements in AI: Protecting Wildlife in the UK

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

In the lush forests and sprawling moors of the United Kingdom, a silent guardian is emerging, one that promises to transform the way we protect our wildlife. The fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) with conservation efforts is not just a futuristic fantasy—it’s a present-day reality. For those passionate about nature and technology, this intersection offers ...

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Fire, Forests, and Biodiversity: The Effects of Changing Land Management

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

The intricate dance between fire, forests, and biodiversity paints a picture of nature’s resilience and vulnerability. As land management practices evolve, the delicate balance between these elements shifts, with profound implications. Forests, often viewed as Earth’s lungs, host a myriad of life forms, each playing a role in the ecosystem. However, fire—both a natural and ...

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The Moon Is Leaking Water Vapor

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

  For decades, the Moon played the role of the perfect desert, an airless relic that kept its secrets buried in dust and shadow. Then the data started to whisper: faint counts in a mass spectrometer here, a spectral bump in the infrared there, and a trickle of molecules showing up when no one expected ...

These Hailstorms Left Texans Talking for Years

These Hailstorms Left Texans Talking for Years

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

When nature flexes its muscles, Texans have front-row seats to some of the most incredible displays of atmospheric fury on Earth. From ice chunks the size of grapefruits plummeting from angry skies to storms that literally reshape entire communities, the Lone Star State has witnessed hailstorms so intense they’ve become the stuff of local legend. ...