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Annie Roth

Annie Roth is an award-winning science journalist, filmmaker, and children’s author who enjoys telling stories about animals and the people who study them. Her work has appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, Science Magazine, and many other publications. Roth writes best when a cat is sitting on her lap.

Annie Roth's Latest Articles

A large female Foam Nest Frog mating with two smaller males
When it Comes to Frog Sex, Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

New science on gray foam-nest tree frogs hints at the evolutionary benefits of multiple sexual partners.

crown-of-thorns starfish on a reef
How to Kill a Million Sea Stars

Synthetic pheromones offer a promising new means of controlling troublesome crown-of-thorns starfish.

Chinese pangolin
It’s Time for Nature’s Fire Brigade

When it comes to restoring land and preventing wildfires, some animals—like pangolins—have a lot to offer. Can helping them help us?

elephant seal underwater
Are There Plenty of Fish in the Sea? Ask an Elephant Seal

Counting deep-sea fish is difficult, but elephant seals can make it easier.

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