Read more about the article Fruits of invasive plants – good food for native birds
Fruits of mulberry (Morus alba), one of the invasive alien plants species used in the study (Photo credit: Wikipedia Commons)

Fruits of invasive plants – good food for native birds

The fruits of invasive alien plants are not only an attractive source of food for native birds, but also provide enough energy for their daily energy demands, according to a recent study by University of KwaZulu-Natal student, Vuyisile Thabethe.

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Read more about the article Long-term study highlights ecological changes in an urban estuary
The alien polychaete, Ficomomatus enigmaticus, forms large calcified reefs around the pilings of bridges and other hard structures in small, urban estuaries (Photo credit: Charles Griffiths)

Long-term study highlights ecological changes in an urban estuary

Estuaries are among the most vulnerable of marine ecosystems and small, urban estuaries, in particular, are under pressure due to human activities.

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Read more about the article French platannas originated from many sites all over South Africa
An African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis), also known as platannas (Photo credit: John Measey)

French platannas originated from many sites all over South Africa

Genetic analyses of a population of invasive French platannas suggest they came from all over South Africa.

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