New global bee map gives scientists a conservation baseline
Bees are crucial pollinators for crops that humans consume, but their populations are on the decline. Now, a new,...
Tristan da Cunha establishes a massive marine protected area
The government of Tristan da Cunha, a four-island archipelago of about 250 people, has announced that it will be...
San Diego Zoo successfully clones an endangered Przewalski’s horse
Kurt, a baby Przewalski's horse, looks and plays like any other baby horse. But the now two-month-old colt is unique...
California governor issues executive order to conserve 30% of state land by 2030
On Wednesday, October 7, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced an executive order to reserve 30% of state...
Lack of cruise ships gives researchers the perfect chance to study humpback whales
Due to the impact of COVID-19, researchers have found the perfect opportunity to understand the Alaskan coast and...
Some dual-flush toilets are actually wasting water
The innovation was supposed to save us water. But now, in shocking commode news, the water-saving organization...
California votes to protect Joshua trees
This week, the California State Fish and Game Commission unanimously voted to protect Western Joshua trees. In...
Key phase of Everglades restoration project starts in November
Federal and Florida state authorities are working together to complete the Tamiami Trail Next Steps Project, an...
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library to honor conservation and community
After the passing of his wife and mother, Theodore Roosevelt traveled to the Badlands of North Dakota. Journeying...
FaulknerBrowns Architects proposes to reinvigorate a Victorian villa
International architectural practice FaulknerBrowns Architects has submitted a proposal to England’s Newcastle...
Rare large blue butterflies reintroduced in Gloucestershire
Rare large blue butterflies just experienced their most substantial reintroduction into the wild. About 750 of...
Wild in Africa jewelry supports wildlife conservation charities
When National Geographic filmmaker Shannon Wild moved to Africa in 2013 to make wildlife documentaries, she found...
Panda conservation efforts lead to unexpected losses
Roughly three decades ago, the International Union for Conservation of Nature classified giant pandas as an endangered...
How your beauty routine might be killing sharks
Even before Jaws, people were fascinated with sharks. But they are much more than the menacing villains they portray...
Can remote work help save the environment?
Suddenly, the streets emptied and the air became cleaner. Much of the population — at least those who still had...
Climate change, deforestation lead to younger, shorter trees
Recently published research in Science magazine warns that older, taller trees are quickly...
Isle of Man retreat is carbon-neutral and focused on conservation
The carbon-neutral Sartfell Restorative Rural Retreat is located on the Isle of Man, a self-governing island possession...
Help NASA save endangered coral with a new gaming app
NASA is calling citizen scientists of all ages to help map endangered coral — while sheltering in place. Instead...
Ivory Ella raises $96K to help animals affected by the Australian wildfires
Lifestyle brand Ivory Ella recently announced a generous donation of over $96,000 to Animals Australia, an animal...
Saving the Scottish Wildcat from extinction
In the wilds of Scotland lives the elusive Scottish wildcat, denoted scientifically as Felis silvestris grampia...
Why the mystifying axolotl must be saved from extinction
Today’s axolotls are experiencing extirpation, but scientists and pet enthusiasts are saving them from true extinction....
How hobbyists are saving endangered killifish from extinction
Killifish biology has long intrigued fish enthusiasts and scientists. But human encroachment, habitat loss and...
Egyptian pavilion proposal for 2020 Venice Biennale targets climate change
According to the Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency, climate change and poaching are putting approximately 70...
Half a billion Australian animals, even 30% of koala population, likely lost to wildfires
Record-breaking wildfires have ravaged millions of Australian acres for many months now. Ecologists estimate upward...
Saving New Zealand’s kakapo from extinction
One of the world’s rarest birds, the kakapo, is on the brink of extinction. Found only on some New Zealand sanctuaries,...
Expedition Bigfoot casts new light on famous forest dweller with science and conservation in mind
In an era where people take “unplugged” vacations, there’s something idyllic about a hairy biped that looks...
Collection of plant-based shirts raise awareness of endangered species
Sustainable design label PANGAIA has collaborated with eco-activist Nadya Hutagalung and artist Raku Inoue...
Scandinavian company Tikkurila debuts new paint collection to protect endangered species
Headquartered in the Finnish city of Vantaa, Tikkurila has been producing paints since 1862 but its latest paint...
New app could save Puget Sound whales from boat strikes
Boat strikes are a major cause of injury and death for whales. This week, Washington State Ferries implemented...
New Animal Endangerment Map shows global distribution of threatened animal species
Today’s wildlife are in peril, facing a variety of threats that test their survivability. To illustrate the...