NEWS

An array of diverse freshwater mussels from one river in the United States. Photo: Dr. M. Chris Barnhart, copyright 2002. Museum Malacology Curator Art Bogan has co-authored a new paper: “Major shortfalls impairing knowledge and conservation of freshwater molluscs,” published in Hydrobiologia June 2, 2021. From the Abstract: “Molluscs are among the most diverse and… Read More >

Pronghorn (Antilocapra americana) enjoys the sun in the snowy hills of southern Wyoming, contributed by Jesse Alston, University of Wyoming. [RALEIGH, N.C.] – How are the squirrels doing this year? The bears? The armadillos? How would you know? A new paper published June 8 sets up the framework for answering these questions across the United… Read More >

An interview with Brian O’Shea, PhD, Collections Manager for Ornithology By Will Clayton, NCMNS Marketing Intern and Micah Beasley, PR & Marketing Coordinator Brian O’Shea, NCMNS Ornithology Collections Manager, looks at a collection of bird specimens.   Tucked away in the basement of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences lives a vibrant scientific collection… Read More >

A new study co-authored by Roland Kays, Head of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ Biodiversity Lab, investigated how humans on trails affect mammals in wild, suburban or rural areas. The results suggest which species will thrive around humans or human infrastructure, and which ones need our help. The study is published in the journal… Read More >

Black Racer (Coluber constrictor). Photo: Jeff Beane. Jeff Beane embraces science communication almost as readily as he grasps wild snakes. A recent book authored by his good friend and former Virginia State Park Ranger Gary Williamson allowed Beane’s varied interests to truly take hold. “The Kauffeld Letters” is told through the eyes of a curious… Read More >