El Niño Threatens Galapagos Wildlife and Forests

Fieldwork is essential to geoscience, but it often exposes researchers to harmful interactions. A recent survey of 289 AGU members highlights the prevalence of these issues, with 80% reporting at least one negative experience, averaging five per respondent.

August 2026 was officially the hottest month ever recorded globally, exceeding previous benchmarks and highlighting the accelerating impact of climate change.

Urban coyotes thrive in Seattle due to abundant food and fewer predators. New research quantifies this density, finding it to be nine times higher than in wild areas.