Getting Wild With… Beavers!
By Anya Rothman, age 11
A study published by the Ecological Society of America found that beaver dams cooled streams in northwestern Washington by more than 4 degrees Fahrenheit during certain times of the year.
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Monarch Butterflies Are Endangered! How Can We Save Them?
By Mila Dorsey, age 10
Monarch butterflies are now endangered, says the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Scientists predict that monarch butterfly populations have decreased by between 20 to 90% in the last few decades.Â
News Brief: Manatee Annual Death Record Surpassed in Just Six Months
By June Fink, age 10
So far this year, more than 841 manatees have already died in Florida, according to the Associated Press. That’s 11 more than the previous record high in 2013, which was for the whole year.
Someday, You Could Be a Marine Educator, Just Like Melissa Carp
At the New York Aquarium, where Melissa Carp works, they strive to help people learn more about aquatic life, and how they can help conserve marine animals. IndyKids reporter, Adedayo Perkovich, interviewed her about her experiences as a Marine Science Educator.
How Did the Panther Cross the Road?
Roadkill claims the lives of an estimated one million wild animals every day in the United States. Wildlife crossings are special bridges and tunnels that go over and under highways allowing animals to safely cross to the other side.
