Untreated sewage and fertilizer runoff threaten the Florida manatee’s main food source, contributing to malnutrition

Manatees along Florida’s coast are eating less seagrass and more algae than they did a few decades ago. This dietary shift could pose a new threat to the survival of the beloved species.

Aarin-Conrad Allen, Ph.D. Candidate in Marine Sciences, Florida International University • conversation
Nov. 14, 2024 ~9 min

Wildlife loss is taking ecosystems nearer to collapse – new report

The average size of monitored wildlife populations has shrunk by 73% since 1970.

Alexander C. Lees, Reader in Ecology and Conservation Biology, Manchester Metropolitan University • conversation
Oct. 10, 2024 ~8 min


We’re using drones to map the temperatures of lizards and this could boost reptile conservation

New research documents how drones were used to track the temperatures of the Bay Islands anole lizard on the Honduran island of Utila.

Emma Higgins, Lecturer in Ecology, University of South Wales • conversation
June 20, 2024 ~6 min

Four photos that show the potential of rewilding nature

Rewilding is about finding ways to let nature thrive and regenerate. Around the world, cities and community projects are doing just that.

David Gelsthorpe, Curator of Earth Sciences, University of Manchester • conversation
June 4, 2024 ~7 min

Nature conservation works, and we’re getting better at it – new study

Two-thirds of conservation actions studied were found to benefit target ecosystems and species.

Jake E. Bicknell, Senior Lecturer in Biodiversity Conservation, University of Kent • conversation
April 25, 2024 ~8 min

Coastal wetlands can’t keep pace with sea-level rise, and infrastructure is leaving them nowhere to go

A coastal scientist explains why marshes, mangroves and other wetlands can’t keep up with the effects of climate change, and how human infrastructure is making it harder for them to survive.

Randall W. Parkinson, Research Associate Professor in Coastal Geology, Florida International University • conversation
April 8, 2024 ~8 min

Canada lynx likely roamed the US more than once thought

Canada lynx might do just fine in areas of the US, even considering climate change and the lack of lynx in those areas now.

Sara Zaske-Washington State • futurity
April 5, 2024 ~5 min

Early spring brings a ‘hungry gap’ for bees – here’s how you can help

Check that something is blooming every week, March through October, to help bees.

Matthias Becher, Associate Research Fellow in Behavioural Ecology, University of Exeter • conversation
March 28, 2024 ~7 min


Restored coral reefs can grow as fast as healthy reefs after just four years – new study

Artificial reef stars have been added to damaged coral reefs in Sulawesi, Indonesia. A new study shows that within just four years, restored reefs are thriving as much as healthy reefs.

Tries Blandine Razak, Researcher, IPB University • conversation
March 8, 2024 ~6 min

North American birds are in decline, but you can help

Bird populations in North America are in steep decline. A new study points to window collisions, cats, and habitat loss—and what you can do to help.

Margaret Ashburn-Virginia Tech • futurity
Jan. 29, 2024 ~5 min

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