Conservation
Don't Convert Africa's Savanna to Agricultural Land
Leaving the continent’s grasslands intact is good for the climate, for biodiversity and for the health of the soil
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Conservation
Bison Comeback Story Has a Bronx Accent
On National Bison Day, a look at the role the Bronx played in reestablishing herds of bison on the American plains.
Trump Stirs Debate over Utah National Monuments
The president informed lawmakers last week that he intends to shrink Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante monuments
Newly Discovered Orangutan Species Is Also the Most Endangered
The first new species of great ape described in more than eight decades faces threats to its habitat
Environment
Could Genetic Engineering Save the Galápagos?
In the Galápagos, invasive species are driving native animals to extinction. Some conservationists are asking whether genetic manipulation is the solution
Portraits of Endangered Animals
In his latest photography collection, Tim Flach captures the personality and beauty of vulnerable species.
By Tim Flach and Jonathan Baillie
Conservation
East of Siberia: The Fragility of Field Plans
Sometimes your truck makes it across the frozen river, and sometimes it doesn't
Public Health
Maryn McKenna's Big Chicken, Part 2
Award-winning journalist Maryn McKenna talks about her latest book, Big Chicken: The Incredible Story of How Antibiotics Created Modern Agriculture and Changed the Way the World Eats ...
Public Health
Maryn McKenna's Big Chicken, Part 1
Award-winning journalist Maryn McKenna talks about her latest book, Big Chicken: The Incredible Story of How Antibiotics Created Modern Agriculture and Changed the Way the World Eats ...
Conservation
Saving the Endangered Cuban Crocodile
Hybridization poses an increasing threat to the nation’s beloved reptile
The Fight over the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Is Back
Congress may soon allow drilling in the wildlife refuge to offset Republicans' planned tax cuts
Conservation
Our Love of Exotic Pets Is Driving Wildlife Decline
The wild pet trade may surpass habitat loss as a factor in the growing silence of the natural world
Cougar Calls Get Big Bear Reactions
Black bears and cougars share the Vancouver countryside, but not happily.
The Ambitious Effort to Document California's Changing Deserts
Ecologists catalogue bird and mammal populations as warming transforms Death Valley
Should We Bid Farewell to Piñon?
Experts disagree on whether this hearty pine, vital to the American West, is dying from climate change or just correcting for its recent success
Conservation
Jane Goodall, Still Traveling the World and Speaking Up for Animals at 83
The famed primatologist talks about her past work, her environmental concerns and the importance of conservation
Environment
Trump Picks Coal Lobbyist to Help Lead EPA
EPA deputy nominee Andrew Wheeler waged behind-the-scenes war against climate bills
Conservation
A Global Plan for Nature Conservation
The idea of securing at least half of our planet for nature conservation has recently been gathering momentum
Conservation
In a Time of Hurricanes, We Must Talk about Environmental Conservation
It protects lives and property, and makes places like Puerto Rico far more self-reliant when disaster strikes
Climate Change
Longer Springs Might Hurt Bees, Not Help Them
New research reveals how climate change and bee declines could be linked
