Such massive disruptions have in the past been caused by volcanoes or meteorites. Only humans have done this with full awareness of their actions.

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

One of the most invasive species on the planet, the apple snail, has inspired a robot that could help suck microplastics out of water.

A new study highlights how the interaction between drought, wildfires, and invasive species can transform coastal ecosystems.

The invasive Joro spider has a secret weapon: it tolerates city living much better than most native spiders.

When ships sink, they add artificial structures to the seafloor that can quickly become diverse, ecologically important underwater communities.

Feral hogs are one of the most destructive invasive species in North America, harming land, crops and wildlife.

Non-native species tend to be better at exploiting the disturbance caused by storms, fires or droughts.

An evolutionary map and timeline reconstruct the historical spread of the Asian subterranean termite over 22 years on Key West, say researchers.

More than half of the world’s turtle species are endangered or threatened, and overhunting of wild species is a major cause.