Seabird poop played a key role in Chincha Kingdom agriculture, fueling economic growth and political influence in ancient ...

They quietly protect the blue crabs from a lethal parasite, as documented in Ecology. Lead author Xuqing Chen about to deploy crabs from the control group. Bottom: A close-up of a cage from the ...

Learn how ancient bird poop boosted corn harvests and helped turn the Chincha Kingdom into a powerful coastal society.

New archaeological evidence reveals that seabird guano – nutrient-rich bird droppings – was not only essential to ...

Manatee County is a significant contributor to Florida’s shellfish aquaculture sector, which supports over $29 billion in ...

Raw oysters are sublime, but broiled oysters can be transcendent. The briny bivalves are a strong showcase for all manner of toppings. My favorite way to eat them is with a combination of bacon for ...

You may be sitting on – so to speak – a very valuable asset that scientists would love to get their hands on: your poop. As well as blood, plasma and organs, you can now donate fecal samples to stool ...

"Ghost poop" is a bowel movement that seemingly disappears without a trace after you flush the toilet. There’s no sign of it either in the toilet paper that you used to wipe your butt or in the toilet ...

Mississippi expects largest oyster harvest since 2010, beginning Oct. 13, 2025. DMR limits catch to 30% of stock, preserving reefs after strong oyster recovery. Sampling reveals productivity on key ...

Is it true that raw oysters are dangerous? Many raw dishes such as steak tartare and sushi carry a risk of illness. But raw oysters “are among the riskiest foods that we consume regularly,” said ...

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The largest oyster found in New York Harbor in about 100 years recalls an era when oysters were everywhere in New York. By James Barron Good morning. It’s Tuesday. Today we’ll get an update on the ...