Megan Ewald
@meganewald.bsky.social
Freelance science writer, seaweed aficionado, and Pacific Northwest explorer. Words and photos in Science News, Sierra Magazine, Tamarind, and more. https://Megan Ewald.com/
Views are my own.
Views are my own.
My dog and I were surrounded by four #coyotes in the arb, but I hate to see this.
Be a good #Seattle #ubanwildlife neighbor: never leave food out, don’t harass wildlife, and keep your dogs on leash and cats indoors.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Be a good #Seattle #ubanwildlife neighbor: never leave food out, don’t harass wildlife, and keep your dogs on leash and cats indoors.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Coyote who got too comfortable around humans killed at Seattle park
A coyote was trapped and killed at the Arboretum near UW after two close encounters with people. Seattle Parks advises how to keep yourself and coyotes safe.
www.seattletimes.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:43 PM
My dog and I were surrounded by four #coyotes in the arb, but I hate to see this.
Be a good #Seattle #ubanwildlife neighbor: never leave food out, don’t harass wildlife, and keep your dogs on leash and cats indoors.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Be a good #Seattle #ubanwildlife neighbor: never leave food out, don’t harass wildlife, and keep your dogs on leash and cats indoors.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
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Living beings have been wielding deadly molecules to kill each other for hundreds of millions of years. In response, many animals have evolved ways to survive these toxins. Scientists are beginning to unravel these defenses and hope as a result to identify better treatments for poisonings in people.
How to Survive Toxins Like Other Animals Do
Critters have evolved a suite of clever strategies to keep out of harm’s way
www.sierraclub.org
November 12, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Living beings have been wielding deadly molecules to kill each other for hundreds of millions of years. In response, many animals have evolved ways to survive these toxins. Scientists are beginning to unravel these defenses and hope as a result to identify better treatments for poisonings in people.
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You know what was cool? How department stores were set up so every section had its own central desk where if you wanted help with something you could easily ask for it and the person there was an expert in that section and also you could checkout right there, too
"Store employees are now required to smile if they are within 10 feet of a shopper.
They also must make eye contact with and wave to or greet the customer.
If they’re within four feet, the employee should ask how the customer’s day is going or if they need help."
🙄 Won't stop the boycott, y'all.
They also must make eye contact with and wave to or greet the customer.
If they’re within four feet, the employee should ask how the customer’s day is going or if they need help."
🙄 Won't stop the boycott, y'all.
Target is now requiring its employees to smile more
As the holiday season fast approaches, Target is urging its employees to add a little more “jolly” to their work routine.
www.wilx.com
November 8, 2025 at 8:10 PM
You know what was cool? How department stores were set up so every section had its own central desk where if you wanted help with something you could easily ask for it and the person there was an expert in that section and also you could checkout right there, too
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I've been pretty quiet here lately, trying to cut down on doomscrolling for the sake of my mental health... BUT I have a new story out at @therevelator.org, on how climate change is contributing to bird population declines in multiple biomes around the world. #birds 🪶🌏
Studies: Extreme Weather Fueled by Climate Change Is Adding to Bird Declines • The Revelator
Scientists have typically pointed to habitat loss as the key factor behind the worldwide drop in bird populations worldwide, but climate change poses a second, closely linked threat.
therevelator.org
November 3, 2025 at 6:29 PM
I've been pretty quiet here lately, trying to cut down on doomscrolling for the sake of my mental health... BUT I have a new story out at @therevelator.org, on how climate change is contributing to bird population declines in multiple biomes around the world. #birds 🪶🌏
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🌍 In the 1850s, humans and their livestock weighed about as much as all wild mammals 🐋🐘 combined.
Today, they outweigh them nearly 20 to 1.
A quiet biomass revolution. Life reshaped to serve one species.
#Anthropocene #Biomass #WildlifeLoss #Beef
Today, they outweigh them nearly 20 to 1.
A quiet biomass revolution. Life reshaped to serve one species.
#Anthropocene #Biomass #WildlifeLoss #Beef
The global biomass of mammals since 1850 - Nature Communications
Here, the authors estimate mammalian biomass from the 1850’s to today, tracking an increase of over five-fold in human and domesticated mammal biomass and a two-fold decrease in wild mammal biomass. R...
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October 28, 2025 at 9:14 AM
🌍 In the 1850s, humans and their livestock weighed about as much as all wild mammals 🐋🐘 combined.
Today, they outweigh them nearly 20 to 1.
A quiet biomass revolution. Life reshaped to serve one species.
#Anthropocene #Biomass #WildlifeLoss #Beef
Today, they outweigh them nearly 20 to 1.
A quiet biomass revolution. Life reshaped to serve one species.
#Anthropocene #Biomass #WildlifeLoss #Beef
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🐧We researched one of the world’s rarest #penguins. The yellow‑eyed penguin (aka hoiho/takaraka) isn’t one homogeneous species after all!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#hoiho #conservation #genomics #birds #nzwildlife #endangered #wildlife #nature
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#hoiho #conservation #genomics #birds #nzwildlife #endangered #wildlife #nature
October 28, 2025 at 8:08 PM
🐧We researched one of the world’s rarest #penguins. The yellow‑eyed penguin (aka hoiho/takaraka) isn’t one homogeneous species after all!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#hoiho #conservation #genomics #birds #nzwildlife #endangered #wildlife #nature
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#hoiho #conservation #genomics #birds #nzwildlife #endangered #wildlife #nature
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Kingfisher this morning at Herriots Bridge, CVL.
October 28, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Kingfisher this morning at Herriots Bridge, CVL.
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Great Masters by Research opportunity working with Prof @darrencroft.bsky.social and collaborative team on killer whales!
More info in Darren's original post. ⬇️
🦑🌍🐬🧪🦤🌐
#AcademicSky
More info in Darren's original post. ⬇️
🦑🌍🐬🧪🦤🌐
#AcademicSky
MSc by Res opportunity - developing behavioural indicators to inform killer whale conservation with
@exeter.ac.uk @whaleresearch.bsky.social @seadocsociety.bsky.social
People from underrepresented groups in marine science encouraged to apply.
Deadline 19Dec
www.exeter.ac.uk/study/fundin...
@exeter.ac.uk @whaleresearch.bsky.social @seadocsociety.bsky.social
People from underrepresented groups in marine science encouraged to apply.
Deadline 19Dec
www.exeter.ac.uk/study/fundin...
October 23, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Great Masters by Research opportunity working with Prof @darrencroft.bsky.social and collaborative team on killer whales!
More info in Darren's original post. ⬇️
🦑🌍🐬🧪🦤🌐
#AcademicSky
More info in Darren's original post. ⬇️
🦑🌍🐬🧪🦤🌐
#AcademicSky
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Clam shells sound warning of Atlantic ‘tipping point'.
New research from @exeter.ac.uk using centuries-old clam shells has found signs that key Atlantic Ocean currents may be losing stability.
Full paper: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
🦑🐟🧪🌐🌍🌊 #AcademicSky @uniofexeternews.bsky.social
New research from @exeter.ac.uk using centuries-old clam shells has found signs that key Atlantic Ocean currents may be losing stability.
Full paper: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
🦑🐟🧪🌐🌍🌊 #AcademicSky @uniofexeternews.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Clam shells sound warning of Atlantic ‘tipping point'.
New research from @exeter.ac.uk using centuries-old clam shells has found signs that key Atlantic Ocean currents may be losing stability.
Full paper: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
🦑🐟🧪🌐🌍🌊 #AcademicSky @uniofexeternews.bsky.social
New research from @exeter.ac.uk using centuries-old clam shells has found signs that key Atlantic Ocean currents may be losing stability.
Full paper: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
🦑🐟🧪🌐🌍🌊 #AcademicSky @uniofexeternews.bsky.social
Nyika National Park, situated on a plateau 5,000 feet above sea level, is Malawi’s oldest, biggest, and wildest National Park. We hiked across #Nyika for three days and saw endemic wildlife and mile after mile of stunning rolling grassland.
#Malawi should be on more people’s safari radar.
#Malawi should be on more people’s safari radar.
October 9, 2025 at 5:51 AM
I can’t fight the eel-ing that this is the best investment you can make this holiday season.
I will be in Japan October 11-November 3rd. By the time I'm back, shipping rates will have increased for the holiday rush.
Get an Eel Facts Advent calendar now to avoid the price hike!
They are gorgeously illustrated by @ehrenenglish.bsky.social, and have 24 cool facts about EELS!!
eelfacts.net
Get an Eel Facts Advent calendar now to avoid the price hike!
They are gorgeously illustrated by @ehrenenglish.bsky.social, and have 24 cool facts about EELS!!
eelfacts.net
September 24, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I can’t fight the eel-ing that this is the best investment you can make this holiday season.
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Monday ice update - #Arctic sea ice extent is currently the 12th lowest on record (JAXA data) 🧪
• about 130,000 km² above the 2010s mean
• about 960,000 km² below the 2000s mean
• about 2,080,000 km² below the 1990s mean
• about 2,780,000 km² below the 1980s mean
More: zacklabe.com/arctic-sea-i...
• about 130,000 km² above the 2010s mean
• about 960,000 km² below the 2000s mean
• about 2,080,000 km² below the 1990s mean
• about 2,780,000 km² below the 1980s mean
More: zacklabe.com/arctic-sea-i...
September 22, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Monday ice update - #Arctic sea ice extent is currently the 12th lowest on record (JAXA data) 🧪
• about 130,000 km² above the 2010s mean
• about 960,000 km² below the 2000s mean
• about 2,080,000 km² below the 1990s mean
• about 2,780,000 km² below the 1980s mean
More: zacklabe.com/arctic-sea-i...
• about 130,000 km² above the 2010s mean
• about 960,000 km² below the 2000s mean
• about 2,080,000 km² below the 1990s mean
• about 2,780,000 km² below the 1980s mean
More: zacklabe.com/arctic-sea-i...
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The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys is hiring a volcanologist who would work with the Alaska Volcano Observatory. A fantastic opportunity to work with great people and study very active volcanoes. Details in link below. Applications close on Oct. 1. ⚒️🌋🧪 bit.ly/3IkqN9n
Job Bulletin
www.governmentjobs.com
September 12, 2025 at 7:56 PM
The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys is hiring a volcanologist who would work with the Alaska Volcano Observatory. A fantastic opportunity to work with great people and study very active volcanoes. Details in link below. Applications close on Oct. 1. ⚒️🌋🧪 bit.ly/3IkqN9n
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Today, Scientific American turns 180—the oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S. 🎉
Since 1845, we’ve shared the wonders of science with the world.
💫 Dive into 180 years of discovery: sciam.com/180
🧬 Explore pivotal moments in science: bit.ly/4mNTpGY
🎁 Win prizes: sciam.com/180contest
Since 1845, we’ve shared the wonders of science with the world.
💫 Dive into 180 years of discovery: sciam.com/180
🧬 Explore pivotal moments in science: bit.ly/4mNTpGY
🎁 Win prizes: sciam.com/180contest
August 28, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Today, Scientific American turns 180—the oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S. 🎉
Since 1845, we’ve shared the wonders of science with the world.
💫 Dive into 180 years of discovery: sciam.com/180
🧬 Explore pivotal moments in science: bit.ly/4mNTpGY
🎁 Win prizes: sciam.com/180contest
Since 1845, we’ve shared the wonders of science with the world.
💫 Dive into 180 years of discovery: sciam.com/180
🧬 Explore pivotal moments in science: bit.ly/4mNTpGY
🎁 Win prizes: sciam.com/180contest
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great article in NYT about our discovery of the bacterium causing sea star wasting. This is also a chapter in my new book The Oceans Menagerie. @vikingbooks.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/s...
Scientists Finally Identify Killer Microbe Behind ‘Terrifying’ Sea Star Disease
www.nytimes.com
August 4, 2025 at 6:06 PM
great article in NYT about our discovery of the bacterium causing sea star wasting. This is also a chapter in my new book The Oceans Menagerie. @vikingbooks.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/s...
A phenomenal scientific discovery with deveststing implications. We’ve known that vibrio would be a climate change winner for more than two decades. An uncertain future for 🌻⭐️
www.biographic.com/unmasking-th...
www.biographic.com/unmasking-th...
Unmasking the Sea Star Killer
After a decade of carnage, we finally know what’s devastating sea stars along North America’s West Coast. Does that mean scientists can save them?
www.biographic.com
August 6, 2025 at 5:47 PM
A phenomenal scientific discovery with deveststing implications. We’ve known that vibrio would be a climate change winner for more than two decades. An uncertain future for 🌻⭐️
www.biographic.com/unmasking-th...
www.biographic.com/unmasking-th...
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Jeff Corwin is spot on about the MMPA.
"Our shared natural treasures belong to every American to be wisely used, cared for and then passed on to future generations to harvest and cherish."
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
"Our shared natural treasures belong to every American to be wisely used, cared for and then passed on to future generations to harvest and cherish."
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
We saved elephant seals, sea otters from extinction. Congress puts that at risk. | Opinion
Congress is working on a proposal that would gut the Marine Mammal Protection Act and erase legal protections for dolphins, otters, seals and whales.
www.usatoday.com
July 31, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Jeff Corwin is spot on about the MMPA.
"Our shared natural treasures belong to every American to be wisely used, cared for and then passed on to future generations to harvest and cherish."
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
"Our shared natural treasures belong to every American to be wisely used, cared for and then passed on to future generations to harvest and cherish."
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
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Happy Birthday SciAm! 180 years young. So proud to work here.
Scientific American is turning 180! 🎉
Celebrate with us:
🎂 Explore our anniversary collection
🧩 Solve digital jigsaw puzzles of vintage covers
🏆 Stay tuned for a contest announcement tomorrow!
sciam.com/180 #SciAm180
Celebrate with us:
🎂 Explore our anniversary collection
🧩 Solve digital jigsaw puzzles of vintage covers
🏆 Stay tuned for a contest announcement tomorrow!
sciam.com/180 #SciAm180
Celebrating 180 Years of Scientific American
Since 1845, SciAm has chronicled the science shaping our world. Explore our legacy in this special anniversary package.
sciam.com
July 31, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Happy Birthday SciAm! 180 years young. So proud to work here.
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Motherfucking wind farms…
July 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Motherfucking wind farms…
Heartbreaking scenes from the #GrandCanyon filled with smoke from the #DragonBravo wildfires. A testament to the science and support needed to maintain resilient natural systems.
July 30, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Heartbreaking scenes from the #GrandCanyon filled with smoke from the #DragonBravo wildfires. A testament to the science and support needed to maintain resilient natural systems.
Anyone in #seattle know why the Roosevelt #wholefoods is closed?
July 29, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Anyone in #seattle know why the Roosevelt #wholefoods is closed?
Absolutely heartbreaking. When will we stop responding to disasters and start addressing root causes 🌎
The Dragon Bravo wildfire in Arizona grew rapidly over the past weekend, destroying the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of other structures along the canyon’s North Rim. See more images via The Atlantic Photo.
Photos: The Grand Canyon Burns
The Dragon Bravo wildfire in Arizona grew rapidly over the past weekend, destroying the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of other structures along the canyon’s North Rim.
bit.ly
July 15, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Absolutely heartbreaking. When will we stop responding to disasters and start addressing root causes 🌎
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The Dragon Bravo wildfire in Arizona grew rapidly over the past weekend, destroying the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of other structures along the canyon’s North Rim. See more images via The Atlantic Photo.
Photos: The Grand Canyon Burns
The Dragon Bravo wildfire in Arizona grew rapidly over the past weekend, destroying the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of other structures along the canyon’s North Rim.
bit.ly
July 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The Dragon Bravo wildfire in Arizona grew rapidly over the past weekend, destroying the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of other structures along the canyon’s North Rim. See more images via The Atlantic Photo.