More Environment - Page 29
Creepy doll lurking in this deep-sea trash heap just wants to say hi to you. That's all. She promises.
A Japan research agency has built an extensive database of underwater garbage.
![Creepy doll lurking in this deep-sea trash heap just wants to say hi to you. That's all. She promises.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07Ld6Ugk451dgQYqEfFt6CI/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267488.jpg)
![Creepy doll lurking in this deep-sea trash heap just wants to say hi to you. That's all. She promises.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07Ld6Ugk451dgQYqEfFt6CI/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267488.jpg)
'Selfie monkeys' are now endangered because people can't stop eating them
So cute you want to eat it. Literally.
!['Selfie monkeys' are now endangered because people can't stop eating them](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04mKo55RPV8ik5e8FGItyX3/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611617219.jpg)
!['Selfie monkeys' are now endangered because people can't stop eating them](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04mKo55RPV8ik5e8FGItyX3/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611617219.jpg)
Elephants finally catch a break as ivory prices plunge in China
China is ending the country's legal ivory trade.
![Elephants finally catch a break as ivory prices plunge in China](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03qG1aaXCNgHOtLu6du1LNK/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611617160.jpg)
![Elephants finally catch a break as ivory prices plunge in China](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03qG1aaXCNgHOtLu6du1LNK/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611617160.jpg)
These slo-mo videos of mosquitos in flight will soothe the fear out of you
Scientists studied the insects' aerodynamic flying mechanisms, because why not?
![These slo-mo videos of mosquitos in flight will soothe the fear out of you](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/069fh1gb0PJOGE3BxmtY7ON/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267442.jpg)
![These slo-mo videos of mosquitos in flight will soothe the fear out of you](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/069fh1gb0PJOGE3BxmtY7ON/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267442.jpg)
This rare tiger is on the rebound in Thailand's jungle
Camera "traps" revealed a new population of critically endangered Indochinese tigers.
![This rare tiger is on the rebound in Thailand's jungle](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/010rcBwHgHdwJ06lhn4LJgX/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611617129.jpg)
![This rare tiger is on the rebound in Thailand's jungle](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/010rcBwHgHdwJ06lhn4LJgX/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611617129.jpg)
Drought drives huge, deadly cobra to calmly drink from a villager's water bottle
A 12-foot-long cobra was rescued after straying to a village, where it was believed to be looking for water.
By Sam Speedy
![Drought drives huge, deadly cobra to calmly drink from a villager's water bottle](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/001HQa7maJO1BVyP5icWNlF/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267430.jpg)
![Drought drives huge, deadly cobra to calmly drink from a villager's water bottle](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/001HQa7maJO1BVyP5icWNlF/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267430.jpg)
Stunning time-lapse of an egg's cell division will leave you in awe
The footage will egg-cite you.
By Tony Lee
![Stunning time-lapse of an egg's cell division will leave you in awe](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07nm9tyBUr9pciB3cjQLXvR/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267430.jpg)
![Stunning time-lapse of an egg's cell division will leave you in awe](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07nm9tyBUr9pciB3cjQLXvR/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267430.jpg)
Orca shows on the rise in China because humans just can't leave whales alone
SeaWorld is winding down its killer whale shows as China aquariums grow.
![Orca shows on the rise in China because humans just can't leave whales alone](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07L3Abz2zS3Qr18eqvZ3xgp/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611617038.jpg)
![Orca shows on the rise in China because humans just can't leave whales alone](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07L3Abz2zS3Qr18eqvZ3xgp/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611617038.jpg)
These scientists turned spinach leaves into beating heart tissue
One day, it could be used to treat heart attack patients.
![These scientists turned spinach leaves into beating heart tissue](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/047XoUMjUScTzTlbrt3EuqO/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267407.jpg)
![These scientists turned spinach leaves into beating heart tissue](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/047XoUMjUScTzTlbrt3EuqO/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267407.jpg)
It's time to start thinking about cybersecurity for sharks. Yes, the fish.
Tracking data can be used to kill creatures rather than save them.
By Ariel Bogle
![It's time to start thinking about cybersecurity for sharks. Yes, the fish.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04L0680JCDuKc7talIbtkXC/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616874.jpg)
![It's time to start thinking about cybersecurity for sharks. Yes, the fish.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04L0680JCDuKc7talIbtkXC/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616874.jpg)
In a first for U.S., this bumblebee is now officially 'endangered'
This might be the Trump administration's first pro-environment move.
![In a first for U.S., this bumblebee is now officially 'endangered'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/0529dA7grIgwdTz0cCu4E8n/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616946.jpg)
![In a first for U.S., this bumblebee is now officially 'endangered'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/0529dA7grIgwdTz0cCu4E8n/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616946.jpg)
This phenomenon is just another reminder of how incredible Earth is
Straight out of 'Avatar.'
By Ryan Sedmak
![This phenomenon is just another reminder of how incredible Earth is](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07D3EWNLnIQFGL9sHClm9ej/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267371.jpg)
![This phenomenon is just another reminder of how incredible Earth is](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07D3EWNLnIQFGL9sHClm9ej/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267371.jpg)
This fiery video captures Mount Etna's magical oozing lava
The Sicilian volcano is still fired up.
![This fiery video captures Mount Etna's magical oozing lava](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/012ASxbyezcCSppTNc6Bjzy/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267348.jpg)
![This fiery video captures Mount Etna's magical oozing lava](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/012ASxbyezcCSppTNc6Bjzy/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267348.jpg)
Let footage of glowing microorganisms in the sea sooth you into the weekend
Chill, nature. Very chill.
![Let footage of glowing microorganisms in the sea sooth you into the weekend](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/03tL8EwYjoAabOQ4LF1nFJ0/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614267343.png)
![Let footage of glowing microorganisms in the sea sooth you into the weekend](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/03tL8EwYjoAabOQ4LF1nFJ0/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1614267343.png)
Drone footage of desert 'super bloom' will make your frigid Thursday
This desert knows how to get wild... flower.
![Drone footage of desert 'super bloom' will make your frigid Thursday](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01vPlw2PgK7rcFsAlgvDDjo/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616820.jpg)
![Drone footage of desert 'super bloom' will make your frigid Thursday](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01vPlw2PgK7rcFsAlgvDDjo/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616820.jpg)
Welp, humanity had a good run: Humpback whales organize into mysterious 'super-groups'
Scientists are confused and the internet is pretty sure we're doomed.
![Welp, humanity had a good run: Humpback whales organize into mysterious 'super-groups'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05bFQX8zPjYfGQzipHiSWge/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616812.png)
![Welp, humanity had a good run: Humpback whales organize into mysterious 'super-groups'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05bFQX8zPjYfGQzipHiSWge/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616812.png)
Cruise ship crashes into one of the most biodiverse coral reefs in the world
The spot is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
![Cruise ship crashes into one of the most biodiverse coral reefs in the world](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/042nFHDaUWIFkqe0T0YGF1l/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616729.jpg)
![Cruise ship crashes into one of the most biodiverse coral reefs in the world](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/042nFHDaUWIFkqe0T0YGF1l/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616729.jpg)
Rhino killed for its horn inside French zoo; rare old African elephant killed too
Two brazen killings of iconic species.
![Rhino killed for its horn inside French zoo; rare old African elephant killed too](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07s1E35HNE9x2Cmzsi3fqxj/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616665.jpg)
![Rhino killed for its horn inside French zoo; rare old African elephant killed too](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07s1E35HNE9x2Cmzsi3fqxj/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616665.jpg)
Elusive whale caught on video for the first time
At long last, meet the True's beaked whale.
![Elusive whale caught on video for the first time](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01HT3fafisqBJj5v4fxXqm0/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616632.png)
![Elusive whale caught on video for the first time](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01HT3fafisqBJj5v4fxXqm0/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616632.png)
The mystery of why pandas are black and white has been solved
Panda, panda, panda, panda, panda.
By Sasha Lekach
![The mystery of why pandas are black and white has been solved](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01DnJzIT9CqMX7djhPr9qHS/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616606.jpg)
![The mystery of why pandas are black and white has been solved](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01DnJzIT9CqMX7djhPr9qHS/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616606.jpg)
The U.N. says pollution is having this effect on 1.7 million children a year
Unhealthy environments hurt kids most.
![The U.N. says pollution is having this effect on 1.7 million children a year](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00FS17w76XicPNHrXa8rGgl/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1611616599.jpg)
![The U.N. says pollution is having this effect on 1.7 million children a year](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00FS17w76XicPNHrXa8rGgl/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1611616599.jpg)