Tag: conservation

The saola’s newly sequenced genome offers hope for one of Earth’s rarest mammals.

Black rhinos are dangling from helicopters—because it's what’s best for them.

New research reveals an extraordinary journey across the Pacific that defies what we thought was possible.

Sexus Botanicus, by Joanne Anton, is a lovely exploration of the surprising habits of plants and their pollinators.

From raccoons climbing manholes to alligators lurking in underground waterways, Florida’s stormwater sewers are more than just drainage systems.

The discovery that bats synchronize their migrations with storm fronts provides critical insights into their survival strategies.

They say you can identify the leopard by its spots, but as it turns out, you can also identify it ...

As climate change and human development reshape the Arctic, reindeer face unprecedented challenges.

Elephants seem to not only know how to use the hose, but also how to intentionally interfere with others using ...

Researchers train African giant pouched rats to sniff out smuggled species.

Jacob and Tibu bravely crossed waters filled with crocs and hippos in order to secure a mate.

For the first time in 200 years, Kazakhstan witnesses the return of Przewalski's horse.

Tiny and living in the desert, this mole is one of the most elusive mammals of Australia.

New study links panda reproductive issues to specific gut microbes.

North America's rarest mammal is facing the threat of extinction. Can these cloned animals save this species?

The rediscovery of the De Winton's golden mole, long thought extinct, showcases nature's resilience and offers hope amidst rising species ...

There are about six times more wild birds than humans on planet Earth.

These magnificent creatures pose no threat to humans -- but humans pose big threats to them.

Although lions attract conservation efforts, we're not very good at counting them.

It took a while, but the devils are now back home!

Not all is well in the ocean.

Climate change will force species to migrate in search of ideal living conditions, and a new paper estimates where they'll ...

One of the world's most unique mammals is heading for extinction.

We should do more with less. Nature needs it.

The authors studied where ivory is sold and for how much -- in a bid to nip poaching at the ...

Forest patches are opportunities to conserve wildlife

There is little reason for optimism here -- but conservation efforts can still make a difference.

Good news regarding corals are very rare these days.

Things are not looking good for the subspecies.

The method could open a breakthrough for shark research.

The project wouldn't have been possible without the support of local communities.

One of the continent's most dazzling displays dies with them.

Extinct but not forgotten.

There's a connection between the Loch Ness Monster and keeping wildlife safe.

Orange is the new forest.

Scientists make a stance by marching for science and wildlife.

Tourism is affecting wildlife in more than one way.

Eggs, drugs and human lives Jairo Mora Sandoval. For the standards of the criminals who poach and smuggle animals in ...

While it may lack most of Bruce Wayne's gadgets, the very first artificial bat cave in the world is sure ...

We don't usually want to face it, but the fact is that mankind is pushing virtually ever other species to ...