Science Features
February 28th at 7 p.m. (PST) — Public Lecture information: http://online.wr.usgs.gov/calendar
Manatees are often used as sentinels for emerging threats to the ocean environment and human health. Read more
The USGS plans to "app-lify" data with a contest through Challenge.gov. Prizes will be awarded to the best overall app, the best student app, and the people’s choice. Read more
A new project in Japan is helping scientists make significant progress in studying gas hydrates as a potential source for natural gas production. Read more
The extent and distribution of the world’s ice, primarily in the form of glaciers, provide insight about changes in the Earth’s climate and changes in sea-level. Read more
The Nation’s next Earth-observing satellite was successfully launched on February 11. Once it is mission-certified in orbit, the satellite will become Landsat 8. Read more
The world’s oldest known wild bird – now 62 – is a mother again. Read more
The recent past sheds light on preserving the future of economically and ecologically important native trout populations across the West. Read more
You are encouraged to participate in the Great Central U.S. ShakeOut earthquake drill to be held on Thursday, February 7, 2013. Read more
Landslides and debris flows are common and destructive geologic hazards that can happen every year in every U.S. state. Read more