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Snakes Steal From Toads and Eat Them Too
A snake steals toxins from the toads it eats.
The Mama Mafia
Cowbirds lay their eggs in other birds nests and then retaliate if the foster parent doesn't take good care.
Can't see the Tundra for the Trees
A study in Canada revealed that the tundra is shrinking in response to global warming.
Sharks Dwindle; Shellfish Suffer
The sea is running out of sharks and that's bad news for shellfish.
Good Eating
The amount of methylmercury in freshwater fish may be linked to how fast the water fleas are growing.
Shrinking Coral
A new study shows dramatic coral declines at protected and unprotected reefs alike.
Ira recently spoke with Nobel-winning neurobiologist Eric Kandel at the New School in New York City. See the archived webcast. (details)
On June 9, 2009, @scifri asked on Twitter for suggestions for "light but informative, science-y summer reading - geek beach books. any recommendations?" Here's what our followers came up with. Thanks for all the suggestions!
On April 3 we broadcast live from Tempe, Arizona as part of ASU's Origins event. See a web stream of the Origins Symposium here.
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A Human Shield--for Moose
Moose are birthing babies closer and closer to the road. (2007-10-12)
Lousey Death
Pink salmon populations are careening towards collapse--but this time fishing isn't the cause. (2007-12-14)
Urban Agriculture in Milwaukee - Growing Power
A farm within the Milwaukee city limits? We take a tour of Growing Power, an organization focused on sustainable urban agriculture. (2008-05-13)
A Thicker Skin--for Snails
Snails bulk up their shells in response to predators. What triggers the process? (2008-06-10)
Nanotech Cleans Up
Mopping up oil spills with nanopaper (2008-06-16)
Trouble in the Tropics
Tropical species may be at greatest risk for extinction due to climate change. (2008-09-04)
The Curious Case Of The California Tiger Salamander
A salamander native to Texas is wreaking havoc on the wetlands of Northern California. (2010-03-10)
This Just In: We Want More Science News -- Those doyens of the digital world have just discovered something that you already know:
We Want MORE Science News!
Because you are on this web site and listent to SciFri audio and watch our Pick o' The Week videos this news does not come as much of a surprise... (more) 
