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Tiny raptor, tiny range: GPS tracking reveals Pygmy Falcons use less than 1 km² to raise nestlings

A new study found that Pygmy Falcons require less than 1 km² to raise their young, contrary to long-held assumptions. The birds operate within a small breeding home range and coexist with Sociable Weavers in communal nests. This research provides a crucial baseline for understanding the spatial requirements of small raptors.

SourceUniversity of Cape Town - Faculty of Science·JournalJournal of Raptor Research·TypeObservational study·DateJun 26, 2026

Towards better communication schemes for IoT-driven societies

A research team developed an analytical model to evaluate the performance of grant-free communications schemes in densely populated IoT environments. They found that interference cancellation improved base station throughput but did not resolve the near-far problem, while power control addressed it but led to decreased overall network ...

SourceChiba University·JournalComputer Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 30, 2025

Reduced movement of starlings with parasite infections has a negative impact on their offspring

Research reveals that infected starlings have limited access to high-quality foraging habitats, leading to poorer physical condition and lower chances of survival in their young. Infected birds spent less time foraging and were more picky in their choice of habitats, resulting in 12% lighter offspring.

SourceLeibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW)·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateApr 8, 2025

How do you know where a fish goes?

A new method developed by researchers at Florida Atlantic University and the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center improves the accuracy of acoustic tracking in marine animals. The method uses a movement model to reconstruct animal tracks, even in regions with uneven receiver coverage.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalMethods in Ecology and Evolution·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2024

On the trail of the silver king: Researchers at UMass Amherst reveal unprecedented look at tarpon migration

Researchers at UMass Amherst have tracked tarpon migration patterns using acoustic telemetry, revealing two distinct subgroups of the species. The study, which gathered data over five years, has significant implications for conservation efforts, as tarpon are listed as vulnerable due to fishing, habitat loss, and degraded water quality.

SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalMarine Biology·DateOct 25, 2023

Where do rehabbed turtles go?

A study from North Carolina State University tracked 16 rehabilitated turtles to monitor their long-term survival and health. The researchers found that turtles moved an average of 100 yards between observations, with some individuals traveling much farther than expected.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalWildlife Rehabilitation Bulletin·TypeObservational study·DateOct 9, 2023

Illinois Tech researchers extract personal information from anonymous cell phone data using machine learning, raising data security and privacy concerns

A team of Illinois Tech researchers used machine learning to estimate the age and gender of individual users with high accuracy, raising questions about data security and privacy. The study highlights the need for better regulations and best practices to protect personal information from being misused.

How to track a shark

A massive dataset reveals complex ecological relationships between sharks and game fish, offering a clearer understanding of their interactions. The study's innovative use of acoustic telemetry and machine learning helps inform fisheries management strategies to protect both species.

SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalEcological Applications·DateApr 5, 2022

Arctic birds connect the world: Biologging tech tracking of nearctic seabirds surprise scientists with diverse migratory paths from shared breeding site

Scientists used biologging tech to track three seabird species taking different migration routes from a shared Canadian Arctic nesting location. The study adds evidence linking marine biodiversity in the Arctic region to high seas conservation efforts. Local coastal communities are connected through these Arctic seabirds' migrations.

SourceSmithsonian National Zoological Park·JournalEcology and Evolution·TypeObservational study·DateDec 21, 2021

First reported case of anthrax in wildlife in the Namib Desert: Infected zebra most likely causes death of three cheetahs

A team of scientists from the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research found that three free-ranging cheetahs in the Namib Desert died after feeding on a mountain zebra infected with anthrax. The study highlights previously unknown risks to cheetah populations in the desert.

SourceLeibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW)·JournalFrontiers in Veterinary Science·TypeCase study·DateSep 27, 2021

Citizen scientists match research tool when counting sharks

Researchers found a strong correlation between shark abundance observed by citizen scientists and those identified by telemetry, suggesting that citizen science can be a cost-effective means to monitor shark populations. The study also showed that shark behavior was unaffected by tourist divers' presence.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·DateApr 23, 2014

Moving admitted ER patients into inpatient beds faster could significantly increase hospital revenue

Long waits for inpatient beds in emergency departments can lead to significant revenue loss, as delayed care blocks beds that could treat incoming patients. The study found hospitals may lose up to $168,000 in potential revenue per admitted chest pain patient wait, with the annual loss potentially exceeding $1.74 million.

SourceAmerican College of Emergency Physicians·JournalAnnals of Emergency Medicine·DateDec 20, 2004