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Apr 28, 2023

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Mushrooms are Having a Moment. Here’s How to Become Mush More Mycological this Season.

From closet mushrooms to foraging fungi, mushrooms are incredibly versatile

Apr 27, 2023

Mushrooms are Having a Moment. Here’s How to Become *Mush* More Mycological this Season.

Apr 27, 2023

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That Awkward Space Between ‘Science Enthusiast’ and ‘Scientist’

On imposter syndrome, lonely conservationists and finding your place in science communities

Mar 1, 2023

That Awkward Space Between ‘Science Enthusiast’ and ‘Scientist’

Mar 1, 2023

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Here There Be Dragons: A Sea Serpent’s View of Climate Change

Origins of marine monster myths and why this cryptid’s future might be in peril

Jan 18, 2023

Here There Be Dragons: A Sea Serpent’s View of Climate Change

Jan 18, 2023

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Flesh-Eating Plants: What Has Carnivorous Chlorophyll Ever Done For Us?

A natural history of carnivorous plants, their supernatural villany, and the dangers facing these vengeful vegetables today

Sep 17, 2022

Flesh-Eating Plants: What Has Carnivorous Chlorophyll Ever Done For Us?

Sep 17, 2022

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A Short History of Seaweed Around the World: Kelp Farming, Murky Monsters, Science, and…

Seaweed has a holdfast on coastal cultures. Here’s a bit of seaweed history to celebrate the end of summer.

Aug 24, 2022

A Short History of Seaweed Around the World: Kelp Farming, Murky Monsters, Science, and…

Aug 24, 2022

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Forensic Entomology: What Can Flies on the Wall Tell Us About Murder?

Flies, beetles, mites, and parasites follow crime wherever it leads

Jul 6, 2022

Forensic Entomology: What Can Flies on the Wall Tell Us About Murder?

Jul 6, 2022

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California Marine Creatures That Naturally Change Sex, Cross-Dress, and Defy Gender Norms

Sea creatures that naturally defy gender expectations — and their not-so-natural chemical threats

Jun 15, 2022

California Marine Creatures That Naturally Change Sex, Cross-Dress, and Defy Gender Norms

Jun 15, 2022

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A Natural History of Sharks

Ancient fossils, diverse shark folklore, and why these friendly fish are in more danger than you are

Jun 2, 2022

A Natural History of Sharks

Jun 2, 2022

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