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Overheated lizards – Radiocápsula Ciencia Puerto Rico

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The Puerto Rican lizard, "Anolis cristatellus", has two populations, one living in dry forests (Guánica, Aguirre, Boquerón and Ceiba) and one living in humid forests (Guajataca, Cambalache, La Vega and Mata de Plátano). Those living in dry forests are reaching their maximum temperature and could be a victim of climate change.

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Iguanas en mi patio

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En nuestro patio hemos tenido que disminuir la siembra de hortalizas , plantas ornamentales y frutales debido a que las iguanas,especialmente las pequeñas, se comen las flores de los frutos. Este año el árbol de mangó no produjo !ninguno!!  Igual ha pasado con las guanábanas y limones. Más me extranó que se comieran las matas de "ibiscus".

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Are iguanas harmless?

Submitted on 9 August 2012 - 9:26am

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Scientists are debating whether the now ubiquitous iguanas are a threat for small and native species in Puerto Rico.

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Celebration for the Ecological Corridor protection

Submitted on 29 June 2012 - 12:00am

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El Nuevo Día

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The northeast area of Puerto Rico (known as Corredor Ecológico) could be turn into an ecoturistic region with the Rainforest (El Yunque) as the focal point.

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Overheated lizards

Submitted on 25 June 2012 - 12:00am

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A study conducted by a group of puertorican scientists, guided by Dr. Manuel Leal studied how different body temperatures affects the running speed of the lizards in the dry forest in Puerto Rico. This article is part of the collaboration between Ciencia Puerto Rico and Diálogo Digital.

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A window into evolution

Submitted on 22 March 2012 - 10:47pm

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A Caribbean lizard, a hurricane and a group of scientists that includes a Puerto Rican professor got "together" to help answer one of evolution's most fundamental questions. This article is part of Ciencia Puerto Rico's collaboration with El Nuevo Día.

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Public Service through Ecology and the Environmental Sciences

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Janice Alers
Dr. Janice Alers-Garcia achieved a perfect combination by providing public services through ecology and environmental sciences.

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Talking about Janice Alers-Garcia's scientific and professional interests entails stories about self-discovery, making the best out of opportunities and appreciation for the inspiration provided by colleagues, students, family and friends. 

Green Way or Future Environmental Disaster?

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Gas Pipeline
The Gas Pipeline will impact several acres of rivers, forests and residential areas.

For some time, in Puerto Rico we have been hearing about the Gas Pipeline project or the Green Way. Since CienciaPR¥s mission is to impartially educate the general public, we have prepared this small special story a about what is in reality the Gas Pipeline and what are the possible advantages and risks associated with the construction, management and maintenance of it.

What is the Gas Pipeline or Green Way?

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