Scientists concluded that the change they found in the Alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) protein could be the adaptation that allowed D. melanogaster to colonize ethanol -
rich habitats in rotting fruit better than its nearly identical relative, Drosophila simulans.
A once -
rich habitat in the Antarctic has become an impoverished zone as icebergs, increasingly breaking free from the surrounding sea ice because of global warming, scour the shallow - water rocks and boulders on which a diversity of creatures cling to life.
Not exact matches
The removal of acres of rainforest threatens the
rich biodiversity
in these finely balanced ecosystems, along with the
habitat of species such as the orangutan.
That's because these waters provide a variety of
habitats and are
rich in nutrients.
While oxygen is believed to have first accumulated
in Earth's atmosphere around 2.45 billion years ago, new research shows that oceans contained plentiful oxygen long before that time, providing energy -
rich habitat for early life.
The battle is over a comparably ancient and cherished
habitat: old - growth stands
in the managed forest, particularly those
rich in spruce.
One has to keep
in mind that this normally does not harm the
rich populations —
in contrast to the loss of
habitat through destruction of the forest.
It may also favour rival plants that thrive
in nitrogen -
rich soils, allowing them to invade these fragile
habitats.
Moths are a species -
rich group of insects that occur
in different
habitats.
Blue carbon markets,
in which countries or corporations could offset CO2 emissions by buying carbon credits from projects that create or protect carbon -
rich habitat, could become viable
in two to three years, says John Bruno, a marine ecologist at the University of North Carolina
in Chapel Hill.
In habitats rich in different species, pests don't become resistant to chemical control agents as quickl
In habitats rich in different species, pests don't become resistant to chemical control agents as quickl
in different species, pests don't become resistant to chemical control agents as quickly.
Scientists at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ)
in Leipzig have come across another effect, which has thus far been unknown:
in species -
rich habitats, pests don't become resistant to chemical control measures so quickly, according to their publication
in the scientific journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Preserving biodiversity
in rich habitats is good.
After convening a commission of experts from various disciplines to report on the state of U.S. oceans, his administration took steps to protect 215 million acres of biologically
rich deep sea ocean
habitat in the Pacific near Hawaii and Guam.
During his time conducting the studies
in Washington, Tonra watched reservoir beds that looked like moonscapes return to vibrant,
rich habitat and cascades emerge where none had been, at least for the last century.
As a result, the species was listed as threatened under the U.S. Endangered Species Act
in 2006 to help protect and conserve these species that form the foundation of the biologically
rich coral reef
habitats.
The protection of this unique
habitat, which is one of the most resource
rich regions
in the world and the most densely populated area
in rural Africa, is uncertain with recent controversy surrounding oil exploration
in the Congolese portion of the park.
The sea floor is a
habitat especially
rich in species that produce calcium carbonate shells or skeletons — so - called marine calcifiers.
The findings underscore the importance of conserving the
habitat the insects currently persist
in, says
Rich Hatfield, a biologist with the Xerces Society for Insect Conservation
in Portland, Oregon, who was not involved
in the study.
Recruitment is related to the winter sea ice cover from the previous year, as diminished sea ice cover reduces
habitat available for over-wintering juvenile and adult krill and reduces the size of the food -
rich marginal sea ice zone
in summer.
The loss of milkweed plants due to extensive herbicide use and changes
in farming practices, such as the widespread adoption of herbicide - resistant crops, has been identified as a major contributing factor of monarch's decline
in the eastern U.S. Disease, climate change, widespread insecticide use, and loss or degradation of nectar -
rich habitat may also be contributing to declines.
The Pulitzer Prize — winning author of American Lion (2008) brings to bear his focused and sensitive scholarship,
rich prose style, and acute sense of the need to ground his subject
in time and place and observe him
in his natural
habitat.
Some have suggested that these are hybrid coyotes whose parents mated with wolves; however, it is also possible that natural selection has allowed the survival of larger sized lines from successful populations residing
in richer habitats.
«This daily staple is highly digestible,
rich in proteins and color enhancers and, most importantly, mimics real bloodworms that bettas would seek out as a food source
in their natural
habitat,» Fox said.
Game preserves make it possible to drop a dog on the ground
in bird -
rich habitat at almost any time of year.
Further, the influence of fire intensity on selection of
habitat by cats was strongly affected by whether the
habitats in question supported high densities of small mammals: sites
in mammal -
rich habitats that had recently been burnt at high intensity were especially strongly favoured.
From Acadiana's epoch of Evangeline to the myriad tales of haunted
habitats in New Orleans» French Quarter, South Louisiana has a
rich heritage - and active interest -
in the plausibility of wandering souls from beyond the grave.
A secluded hideaway
in picturesque North Queensland set on 30 acres of lush landscaped rainforest gardens this private beachfront property provides the ultimate authentic tropical Australian holiday experience.Boasting its own, extensive botanical gardens, with detached secluded suites and private bungalows, nestled amongst a natural oasis of coastal lagoons, and surrounded by swathes of palms and rainforest gardens — a
rich habitat that provides a home to dozens of native species it's no surprise that this wonderfully romantic resort has become a firm favourite with honeymooners and nature lovers the world over.
The Golden Gate National Parks are notably
rich in biological diversity due to the broad spectrum of
habitats and unique geology within the parks.
Over many years our strict conservation policies and successful
habitat management have resulted
in a
rich diversity of fauna and flora.
Rising up into the foothills of the Andes, the snow - capped peaks and the icy, glacial waters that roll down from the mountains feed a lush natural
habitat of Patagonian plains,
rich in fauna and flora unique to this wonderful environment.
The nutrient
rich waters
in which we operate are near core
habitat for Humpback Whales, Northern Resident Killer Whales / Orca, Steller Sea Lions, Dall's Porpoise and more.
Seabirds soared overhead, drawn to the
rich sea life
in Buccoo Reef, a protected
habitat where star coral, elkhorn coral and brain coral thrive.
Ventured into this tourism showcasing our
rich ecology and our majestic animals
in their true
habitats.
Terrestrial teams found many unique
habitats in Raja Ampat, particularly the broken - bottle landscape of karst limestone, and the mineral -
rich soils of the northern islands.
Contributing to Costa Rica's
rich biodiversity, this combination of fertile soil and dense rainforest provides the perfect
habitat for some of the most beautiful creatures
in the world.
For the next hour and a half your life will take on that of a Marine Mammal, joining the Harbour Seals, Sea stars, algaes and Shorebirds
in this incredibly
rich and diverse
habitat.
Commune with harbor seals, sea stars and shorebirds
in their incredibly
rich and diverse natural
habitat.
Day Two — Today is spent
in the region known as the Fleurieu Peninsula and is
rich, not only with beaches and striking seascapes, but also has an abundance of native animals
in their natural
habitats.
This region is known as the Fleurieu Peninsula and is
rich, not only with beaches and striking seascapes, but also has an abundance of native animals
in their wild
habitats.
The four wheel drive track through the Coorong National Park takes you through a
habitat rich in kangaroos, bird life, scenery and history.
Day Four — Day four is spent
in the region known as the Fleurieu Peninsula and is
rich, not only with beaches and striking seascapes, but also has an abundance of native animals
in their natural
habitats.
Nestled amongst a natural oasis of coastal lagoons, and surrounded by swathes of tropical palms and endemic rainforest — a
rich habitat that provides a home to dozens of native species - this resort has its roots firmly grounded
in sensitive eco-tourism.
Formed over thousands of years by living coral growing on top of an extinct volcano, it lies
in one of the
richest marine
habitats in the world.
Biggs is
in search of the jewel -
rich critters that invade his
habitat once a season, and using his tongue to pluck them from their vines, stuffs them into the waiting mouths of larger critters.
A new study found that most big solar energy installations
in California are located within biologically
rich scrub - and shrublands and threaten wildlife
habitats.
Experts say unique
habitats rich in wildlife are under threat as Britain's power stations switch from burning coal to wood, writes BRENDAN MONTAGUE
In contrast, RED would be more effective in terms of its conservation impact if payments were extended to all remaining carbon - rich tropical forests, including lowland peat swamp forests, the preferred habitat for dense populations of orangutans, and if the construction of new roads was halte
In contrast, RED would be more effective
in terms of its conservation impact if payments were extended to all remaining carbon - rich tropical forests, including lowland peat swamp forests, the preferred habitat for dense populations of orangutans, and if the construction of new roads was halte
in terms of its conservation impact if payments were extended to all remaining carbon -
rich tropical forests, including lowland peat swamp forests, the preferred
habitat for dense populations of orangutans, and if the construction of new roads was halted.
Climate change may cause changes
in migratory patterns, destroy
habitat (particularly
in nutrient -
rich polar seas), and drastically change ocean circulation, vertical mixing and overall climate patterns.
Biofuel production on abandoned lands could meet 8 % of global energy needs (6/23/2008) Using abandoned agricultural lands for biofuel production could help meet up to 8 percent of global energy needs without compromising food supplies or diminishing biologically -
rich habitats, reports a new study published
in the journal Environmental Science and Technology.