Marine charities and authorities have urged swimmers and boaters in Lyme Bay, Dorset, to keep their distance from a solitary bottlenose dolphin nicknamed Reggie, after several risky encounters in recent weeks. The young male, weighing roughly 1,000lb (453kg), has become well known for interacting with people in the water. Though not aggressive, he has been described as boisterous and playful, with concerning incidents including pushing swimmers underwater. Two were rescued by kayakers after close calls. Liz Sandeman, co-founder of Marine Connection, explained: She advised swimmers to avoid the area entirely or at least move farther along the coast. Risks of…
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Scientists have observed that Arctic sea ice loss has nearly stalled since 2005, despite steadily rising global carbon emissions. They attribute the slowdown mainly to shifting ocean currents, which temporarily reduced the flow of warm water into the Arctic. Experts warn this pause will not last, and melting is expected to return at a stronger pace within ten years. Decline Remains Severe September sea ice, the lowest annual point, is still only half the size it was in 1979, satellite data shows. Researchers highlight that this pause cannot be seen as recovery, as an ice-free Arctic summer this century remains…
New research reveals snow leopards uniquely target prey twice their size or more, unlike other big cats. Using 12 years of GPS data from Mongolia’s Tost Mountains, scientists found snow leopards prefer prime-aged male Siberian ibex. These ibex, over five years old, are heavier with bigger horns but less agile, making them easier targets despite their size. The steep, rocky terrain where snow leopards and ibex live plays a key role. Snow leopards ambush from above, chasing ibex downhill. Large body size and heavy horns help ibex escape on flat ground but slow them down on mountainsides, tipping the balance…
The Jurassic period, spanning from about 201.3 million to 145 million years ago, was a pivotal time in Earth’s history during the Mesozoic era. Named after the Jura Mountains’ limestone deposits, it marked the age when dinosaurs flourished across a changing planet. During this period, the supercontinent Pangaea continued breaking apart, leading to rising sea levels and the creation of warm, humid, subtropical climates that supported diverse plant life, including cycads, conifers, and early flowering plants. Oceans and inland seas were filled with marine reptiles, sharks, and abundant marine life, while gigantic dinosaurs roamed the land. Why the Jurassic Period…