Gulper sharks on the line amid international shark trade debate
The Maldives wants to resume fishing for Gulper sharks as a global trade meeting mulls more protections, highlighting conservation-trade tensions.
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20 Environmental Activities For Kids (+Bonus Resource)
In a world where the consequences of global warming are noticeable, teaching kids about climate action is more important than ever.
After Decades of Protections, Green Sea Turtles Have Been Saved From the Brink of Extinction—For Now
Scientists caution fisheries and climate change still threaten Sea Turtles. Sustained conservation efforts must continue so the turtles can continue to recover, they say.
Whale and Dolphin migrations disrupted by climate change
Rising ocean temperatures, heatwaves and dwindling prey are forcing marine mammals into new and more dangerous waters, scientists warn.
The humble plant that could save the world — or destroy it
Clean energy expansion could destroy this crucial climate solution.
How the Kichwa People’s Declaration of Living Forest is changing law, science and our understanding of the world
José Gualinga discusses his Kichwa People of Sarayaku’s visionary Living Forest Declaration and the importance of collaborating across cultures and areas of expertise.
Trump Admin to repeal Roadless Rule protecting last remaining untouched wilderness
The Trump administration claims opening protected areas like Cleveland National Forest to road building will aid the timber industry and reduce wildfires. Opponents see pristine lands destroyed.
China Nonferrous Mining downplays toxic waste spill as residents feel the impacts
China Nonferrous Mining told investors its waste pit collapse did not have a “significant impact” on Zambia’s environment or residents. A new lawsuit, however, chronicles illnesses of locals.
Teacher Highlight: How this teacher has used zoology to teach lifelong skills for 2 decades
“To see the similarities and differences from one animal to the next and compare those to humans, how could your curiosity not be sparked?“
Monsters in Trouble
Colorful, venomous and mysterious Gila monsters flourish in the scorching Desert Southwest, but climate change threatens the lizards’ food, water and shelter. Moving to more hospitable habitats won’t be easy.
Tree-cutting pace surges despite Seattle tree protection ordinance
Mayor Harrell promised the tree protection law would get Seattle “back on track,” but new street-tree planting data raises doubts.
The Whimbrel and the Wind Turbines: Capable of Coexistence?
The Nature Conservancy and the College of William and Mary are researching potential conflicts with the Whimbrel Dominion Energy’s offshore wind project.
An Oregon wood treater kept polluting a town’s water source with a now-banned chemical — but regulators didn’t stop it
Nearby tribe calls on state, federal agencies to end a “decade-long pattern of reckless violations”
The Chinese Dam Threatening the Tapanuli Orangutan
When a new orangutan species was found near a Chinese-owned hydrodam in Indonesia, scientists and advocates launched a campaign to block the project. Then some who spoke against it lost their jobs and ability to work in the area—and, in the case of one activist, his life.
Vermont Forest Tries New Model of Growth: Diversity and Logging
The US Forest Service aims to roll out a new ‘triad’ plan to protect old and new tree growth in Green Mountain National Forest and still allow logging.
The Woman Who Rescues Bees: From Doomed Swarm to Thriving Hive
Molly Earl, the Bee Queen, rescues bees from extermination. The bees thank her with award-winning golden honey.
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