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    A periodical cicada nymph is spotted in Macon, Georgia, on March 27. Billions of periodical cicadas are about to emerge in a rare occurrence not seen in centuries. Carolyn Kaster/AP
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    A strange fungus could transform emerging cicadas into ‘saltshakers of death,’ scientists say

    This spring, billions of cicadas will emerge after more than a decade underground, ready to climb into the trees and make a ruckus as they sing to attract mates.

    Posted on Shea Woodrow
    Wild boars near Allersberg, Bavaria. Decades after the Chernobyl nuclear accident, wild boars around Germany and Austria are still highly radioactive even though other animals are not. In a new study, scientists discovered that the high radiation levels come from nuclear weapon testing in the 1960s, not from Chernobyl. (Timm Schamberger/AFP/Getty Images)
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    Groundbreaking Study Reveals Surprising Source of Radioactive Contamination in Wild Boars: Legacy of Nuclear Weapons Testing

    In April 1986, a catastrophic explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant released significant radiation, contaminating wildlife in multiple countries. While radiation levels in most animals have decreased over time, one exception is the wild boar, which continues to exhibit elevated radiation levels.

    Posted on Shea Woodrow
    The newly discovered Pseudobaeospora taluna fungus. Source: Noah Siegel
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    New Aussie species discovered hidden in a box

    Scientists believe tens of thousands more species can be found if we invest $1 billion.

    Posted on Shea Woodrow

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