Hummingbirds in Costa Rica adapt to urban plastic in nest building
In Costa Rica, birds like the Rufous-tailed hummingbird adapt by using plastics for nesting, highlighting pollution issues.
June 25, 2026
In Costa Rica, birds like the Rufous-tailed hummingbird adapt by using plastics for nesting, highlighting pollution issues.
“Earthquake detected nearby” alert from ShakeAlert after a magnitude 5.6 quake near Willits, CA, reached Reno.
Retired UNR professor Alan Gubanich’s home was hit by a flash flood, filling rooms with mud and debris.
It’s a cloudy day at Arenal Volcano National Park. Rutha Patel chose Costa Rica over Hawaii for a budget-friendly hike.
Si siente el calor este verano, también sus mascotas. Tome precauciones al sacarlas durante días calurosos.
In May, solar power surpassed coal in US electricity generation for the first time, marking a significant energy shift.
Commissioner Alexis Hill announced a new library board member will be chosen soon after Gianna Jacks’ resignation.
Scientists are studying pyrometeors from wildfires, which impact areas far from the flames, affecting lakes like Tahoe.
Nevada’s sage grouse habitats face threats from development. A Conservation Credit System helps offset habitat loss.
Nevada’s governor race, crucial post-primaries, sees Lombardo vs. Ford or Hill. Non-partisan voters could sway results.
Researchers analyzed 24 dam removals in the U.S., finding little long-term economic decline and potential benefits.
In Costa Rica’s Sarapiqui, pesticide drift from pineapple plantations raises health concerns, despite local reliance.
