“Florida’s aquatic habitats are vital to our ecosystem and economy, and invasive species like the swamp eel can cause ...

Just by being around, humans can change how wild animals behave in ways that could put them at risk, according to a new study published in the Journal of Zoology. Understanding the impact of humans on ...

Results show that players’ choices echo predator-prey patterns seen in wildlife, though scientists stress the limits of the ...

Functional response describes the relationship between prey density and the rate at which a predator consumes prey, forming a key concept in understanding predator–prey interactions. It encompasses ...

Across North America, mountain lions, bears and gray wolves have made a remarkable comeback over the last 50 years. Once nearly exterminated, these animals have been recovering their populations and ...

Shark "turf wars" have a "profound" effect on where seabirds nest, reveals new research. Scientists discovered a "critical" ...

Mathematical modelling has long provided critical insights into the complex interactions between predators and their prey. Traditional approaches, such as the Lotka–Volterra model, lay the foundation ...

New research led by Monterey Bay Aquarium reveals a surprising ripple effect in coastal ecosystems: the collapse of one marine predator can benefit another. Published today in the journal Science ...

(Beyond Pesticides, November 19, 2025) In the book, Biological Control Systems and Climate Change, published this month, Danilo Russo, PhD—a speaker during the first session of our 42nd National Forum ...

Great White Shark breaching at Seal Island, False Bay, South Africa (Photo by Chris Brunskill Ltd/Corbis via Getty Images) For years, the cold, murky waters of False Bay were home to animals that were ...

The hunt is on and a predator finally zeroes in on its prey. The animal consumes the nutritious meal and moves on to forage for its next target. But how much prey does a predator need to consume?