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Sunken Thames barges have been transformed into a remarkable new island, providing a haven for birds along the British coast. This bold marine engineering feat is reshaping the landscape.
Thailand takes bold action to curb surging elephant population, deploying pioneering contraceptive vaccine in conservation effort.
Perched atop a telegraph pole, a bird nonchalantly ignores the "Danger of death" sign, oblivious to the exceptional acoustics that first roused me on a snowy January morning.
Research in the Journal of Applied Ecology has identified threats to endangered plants in an urban area, generating information that can be used to guide effective conservation strategies across major cities. Investigators in Germany analyzed data on 1,231 populations of 201 endangered plant species...
The Dayak Bahau of Long Isun have fought a long battle for justice in Borneo's last rainforest. Their history predates Indonesia, yet on maps, their existence is reduced to a mere administrative code.
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Bide Awhile Animal Shelter's adoption success is staggering - 30 animals rehomed in record time, with listings vanishing from their site daily. This no-kill haven is transforming lives.
Childhood dreams of sea otter research come to life as these charismatic predators quietly hold the coast together, from kelp forests to sea grass meadows.
Escape the crowds and discover India's hidden coastal gems this winter. Explore serene shores, free from the summer hustle, as gentler weather invites you to savor the tranquil beauty.
Defying the desert's rhythms, spiky succulents burst into bloom months ahead of schedule, a stunning sight that has scientists puzzled.
Shark meat off the menu: Rio de Janeiro bans it in schools, prioritizing health and conservation over industry interests.
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As Brazil's Atlantic Forest vanishes, mosquitoes once feeding on wildlife now target humans, raising disease risks.
Bluebirds, finches, and chickadees await your count! Join the Great Backyard Bird Count in 2026 and give back to nature—it takes just an hour to nurture your mental health.
Fifteen years after a tsunami caused the Fukushima nuclear accident, only bears, raccoons and boar are seen on the streets. But the authorities and some locals want people to move back...
Commanding $40 per 6-8 oz serving, the black abalone mollusk is a coveted delicacy. Yet this critically endangered species faces a dire threat - not from fancy diners, but from black market poaching.
Apex predators in peril: A shocking new study reveals the alarming rise in poaching of African lions, whose numbers have plummeted to just 25,000 across a mere 6% of their historic range.
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The world's top coal consumers, China and India, have experienced a historic decline in coal-fired electricity, signaling a pivotal shift in the global energy landscape as clean power surges.
Thailand's coral reefs, home to over 300 species, are losing structural complexity, as marine scientists uncover evidence of this long-suspected reality through a comprehensive survey.
Thousands of sheep parade down Main Street in Sun Valley, Idaho, as visitors gaze up at some of the darkest night skies on Earth, immersed in a world of natural wonders.
Himachal's hills groan under unchecked construction. But one NIT Hamirpur grad found a better way - homes built with time-tested Himalayan techniques, tailored to the land, climate, and communities.
Home fireplaces and wood stoves are quietly driving a large share of winter air pollution, even though only a small number of households rely on wood heat. Researchers found that wood smoke accounts for over one-fifth of Americans’ winter exposure to dangerous fine particles linked to heart disease ...
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Forests in Indonesian Borneo endure not by fences or laws, but by fear. The Indigenous Iban believe towering fig trees house spirits that can harm those who disturb them, a belief rooted in stories of tragic loss.
Geckos in crisis: Mauritius faced an environmental disaster, prompting a wildlife foundation to make an urgent plea for a private jet evacuation during COVID-19 lockdown.
Rubén Gallego, a 2024 Arizona Senate candidate, exposed a troubling pattern: politicians only engage with Native communities in the final election stretch, ignoring their perspectives year-round.
Prepare to be captivated by a bald eagle family once again. Internet-famous duo Jackie and Shadow laid their first egg of 2026 on January 23. Fans can tune in 24/7 to the Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV) livestream on YouTube. Jackie and Shadow returned to their California nest in October with the...
Spider monkeys' social fluidity unlocks a "clever system" for sharing food intel, as they frequently swap subgroups to disseminate insider knowledge.
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Raging wildfires ravage Argentina's ancient Patagonian forests, threatening irreplaceable ecosystems and UNESCO-protected trees thousands of years old.
Amphibious excavators and armed police descended on Makoko at 12:30pm, crushing stilted wooden shacks. For Augustine Agpoko, a father of eight, this was the second demolition of his six-bedroom home this year.
Billionaire-backed OceanX's high-tech vessel OceanXplorer explores uncharted seamounts off Indonesia, uncovering the ocean's hidden wonders.
Facing land grabs, criminalization, and escalating violence, Indigenous communities worldwide are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Their vital role as forest guardians is under threat.
Missionaries in South America have long been seen as both charitable providers and coercive agents of conversion, with a complex legacy still unfolding among Indigenous communities.
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Horseshoe crabs, once vanished from Cape Cod, are making a remarkable comeback in the national park. These ancient creatures, dating back 450 million years, are thriving once more.
The European Commission will reinstate a seasonal fishing ban in the Bay of Biscay in 2026 to protect dolphins, following a decline in dolphin deaths in recent years due to similar restrictions. The temporary closure aims to give dolphins a fighting chance during the most dangerous time of year when fishing activity...
While winter is raging in an unusually large swath of the United States, the weather is balmy for the birds nesting on the Pacific Ocean’s Midway Atoll. As many as 75,000 pairs of Laysan albatrosses (or mōlī in Hawaiian) are nesting in the wildlife refuge on the northwestern edge of the Hawaiian Arc...
Winter is here, and many in the United States are bracing for a huge winter storm. The weather could bring snow, ice, and bitter temperatures to places that typically don’t experience such conditions. The grocery store’s shelves look barren, and there’s not a snow shovel, ice scraper, or saucer sled...
Forget the Grand Canyon - the U.S. hides a treasure trove of awe-inspiring canyons across its states, ready to ignite your sense of adventure.
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A mesmerizing blue iris, a carmel-colored pupil, and sun-like eyelashes—this mysterious jellyfish relative is no alien, but a captivating blue button jelly drifting the ocean's surface.
Facing a parched future, the Royal Horticultural Society takes action - unveiling emergency plans to safeguard its iconic gardens from looming water crises.
Giant kangaroos that lived during the Ice Age may not have been as slow and grounded as once believed. A new study finds their leg bones and tendons were likely strong enough to support hopping, despite their massive size. Rather than traveling this way all the time, these animals may have relied on...
Brace yourselves, the wrath of Old Man Winter is upon us. A vast swath of the U.S. braces for a brutal onslaught of snow, ice, and bitter cold, even in southern states unaccustomed to such winter fury.
In northern Mozambique, local honey-hunters use vocal signals to communicate with wild honeyguide birds to locate and harvest honey. New research finds that human calls used across the region vary, but the birds learn these subtle differences and continue to cooperate with their human partners, guid...