Minecraft's diverse biomes contribute new creatures, materials, and items for creative gameplay. Recent updates in 2023 introduced Cherry Grove and Pale Garden biomes with unique features.

Grasslands in Asia and North America differ in their responses to drought, according to a paper in the journal Nature led by ...

Colorado State University researchers have identified priority areas for the conservation of the black-tailed prairie dog in the United States, extending from Montana to Texas and New Mexico to ...

Researchers have identified priority areas for conserving the black-tailed prairie dog in the United States. Protecting these regions will also benefit North America's Central Grasslands and the many ...

To maintain grasslands nevertheless, "prescribed" burning, which is what land managers call controlled burning, is being discussed as a labor-efficient option. But not all grasslands are equal.

Minecraft's new 'drop' structure for updates has freed Mojang to work on more niche aspects of the game, including small ways to improve biomes. Considering what's been shown in Minecraft's most ...

Located in the eastern reaches of the nation, this region is home to vast expanses of open grassland, allowing a wealth of native South American flora and fauna to flourish—and for a deep dive ...

A new study has identified that “megadroughts” have become drier and hotter in recent decades. The western United States is among the regions with the highest density of multi-year droughts ...

As debates persist over the history and importance of DST, is it still valuable, or do longer summer evenings outweigh its drawbacks? Should we continue DST for future generations, or is it time ...

Some of the worst drought effects appear in grassland areas — such as in eastern ... Droughts in certain biomes — or geographic areas of certain climates, vegetation and animals — had ...