Ecology

We all know forests contain trees. But what else does a forest contain, and how do they support humankind?

Learn the different agents of pollination. This article also includes examples with pictures of each type of pollination agent. This article also includes how these agents pollinate flowers, how they pick flowers to pollinate, and the whole process of germination and fertilization of pollen grains.

There are three different types of ecosystems: natural ecosystems, man-made ecosystems, and micro-ecosystems. This article describes the characteristics of an ecosystem, subcategories for each type of ecosystem, and examples with illustrations.

Rainforests are one of the oldest and most complex ecosystems on this planet. The weather mechanisms and ecosystem services that are linked with the rainforests are invaluable to the habitability of our precious abode, the earth. This is a biography and tribute to the tropical rainforest.

Learn how bird feeders impact wild birds and the environment so you understand the good and bad aspects of feeding the birds in your garden or yard.

This article offers a list of 25 lakes or seas that are in danger of drying out to a great extent or disappearing entirely in a period of decades, years or months.

In our bodies, microbiota like bacteria outnumber our human cells 10 to 1. Yet, we know almost nothing about our microbiome and how it reacts to "disturbances" such as starvation. I take a research paper style approach to discussing what we expect given our understanding of "macrobiotic" ecosystems.

Commercial farming of one of the world’s most popular types of seafood is causing environmental degradation on a large scale and is a potential source of health issues.

Forests are disappearing. The climate is changing. Logging has hurt our environment. Is there anything we can do? Read on to learn how to encourage oak tree regeneration on your property.

Ellenberg's indicator values can be used to estimate abiotic factors at a site. They can also be used to monitor changes in abiotic factors over time.

Are you familiar with the term biological arms race? No, the term does not refer to a race to concoct the most potent biological weapon. So then what is a biological arms race? Well, the term refers t

Pleistocene rewilding aims to reclaim the natural world and restore it to how humans found it over 10,000 years ago. Is this a good idea?

For those who are unsure of the benefits, here are 10 reasons why you should recycle.

Some interesting facts about one of the world's most famous rivers.

Passion is essential to effectively conserving natural resources. But passion in the absence of wonder is less than what's needed to sustain the professional practitioners of this craft.

Disruption of ecological balance are caused by careless human activities which interfere the natural cycle of the ecosystem. You will find out here the ecological factors that disrupt ecosystem.

The rainforest is rich with plants and animals—many of which have developed adaptations in order to survive the unique climate of the tropical rainforest.

Landfills are the method of choice for disposing of the world's garbage. By means of a comprehensive chart, you will be able to learn about fifteen of the largest landfills in the world.

A great help to teach kids the basics of an ecosystem

Abiotic factors are also known as non-living organisms or living things. Read on to learn all about their part and role in the ecosystem.

Learning about ecosystems? Ecosystems are composed of biotic factors of a community of living organism interacting with one another which we can see in food chains/webs. Read on for everything you need to know.

Social and environmental issues that disrupt the order of the ecosystem. Issues that affect human lives for their wrath and bad effects.

Have humans negatively affected the earth's water cycle? If so, what can we do to reverse it? Here are some interesting facts about the water cycle you may not have learned in school, some of which might help you answer.

Many extinct animals once lived in the rainforest and many more that are endangered. We, who have the best capability of protecting these animals, should take action to preserve life.

Can biological control really help get rid of those pesky pests? Let's look at some of the pros and cons of controlling pest populations using natural predators.

What role does water play in life and what would happen if we were to lose it or it didn't exist? There are already parts of the world where we can see how life would change, if there were no water. This article explores it further.

This hub outlines the nitrogen cycle, its importance, and how humans affect it.

What are the top ten environmental problems facing the world today? A recent scientific paper published in Nature attempted to answer this question, with a twist.

What is an ecosystem, and how does it work? This article looks at the different types of natural ecosystems and explains how they function.