When an invasive species of crab was threatening an entire ecosystem in Monterey County's Elkhorn Slough, an unexpected hero stepped in to save the day.
Elevated concentrations of heavy metals have been detected at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve by scientists following a recent fire at Vistra Moss Landing Power Plant and Energy Storage Facility.
The mystery was solved when researchers heard loud chewing noises. Animals succeed in solving major problem where scientists had failed: 'It's just incredible' first appeared on The Cool Down.