The world is experiencing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, with thousands of species threatened.
Tiger-cats, sea squirts and beetles, oh my! Meet some species identified in 2024
Many species remain undiscovered on Earth, emphasizing a continuous effort to catalog biodiversity.
The clouded tiger-cat was identified as a new species through collaborative research and genetic analysis.
A Mouse That Swims and Dozens More Species Are Discovered in a Peruvian Jungle
The Alto Mayo region of Peru yielded 27 new species during a 38-day expedition, highlighting its unexpected biodiversity.
Bats forced out of feeding grounds by wind turbines
Wind turbines displace bats from feeding areas, posing a dilemma for renewable energy efforts.
Mitigating climate change through wind energy can inadvertently harm local bat populations.
Recently Published Book Spotlight: Global Justice and the Biodiversity Crisis
The book explores the intersection of biodiversity conservation and global justice, proposing fair approaches to addressing these interconnected crises.
Toadstool with teeth and ghostly palm among plant and fungus finds of 2024
A diverse array of new plant and fungi species has been discovered, with urgent conservation needs due to habitat destruction.
Biodiversity 101
The world is experiencing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, with thousands of species threatened.
Tiger-cats, sea squirts and beetles, oh my! Meet some species identified in 2024
Many species remain undiscovered on Earth, emphasizing a continuous effort to catalog biodiversity.
The clouded tiger-cat was identified as a new species through collaborative research and genetic analysis.
A Mouse That Swims and Dozens More Species Are Discovered in a Peruvian Jungle
The Alto Mayo region of Peru yielded 27 new species during a 38-day expedition, highlighting its unexpected biodiversity.
Bats forced out of feeding grounds by wind turbines
Wind turbines displace bats from feeding areas, posing a dilemma for renewable energy efforts.
Mitigating climate change through wind energy can inadvertently harm local bat populations.
Recently Published Book Spotlight: Global Justice and the Biodiversity Crisis
The book explores the intersection of biodiversity conservation and global justice, proposing fair approaches to addressing these interconnected crises.
Toadstool with teeth and ghostly palm among plant and fungus finds of 2024
A diverse array of new plant and fungi species has been discovered, with urgent conservation needs due to habitat destruction.
Monarch butterflies to be listed as a threatened species in US
The monarch butterfly is proposed to be listed as threatened due to severe population declines and the impact of climate and habitat changes.
Environmental Diplomacy Had a Terrible Year
International environmental negotiations this year failed amid ongoing climate crises and political shifts.
We can still get out of the climate Hellocene and into the clear | Aeon Essays
Methane emissions from tropical wetlands are rising rapidly and are a significant concern for climate scientists.
Cristina Mittermeier: 'It is now or never' to address climate change
Cristina Mittermeier emphasizes the urgent need for business to address climate change and environmental conservation for a sustainable future.
Fires, deforestation and drought hammered the Amazon in 2024
The Amazon rainforest experienced extreme drought and record wildfires in 2024, highlighting urgent threats to its biodiversity and climate significance.
The time to save two of California's rare species may be running out
Joshua Tree National Park's surrounding area lacks protections for vital species, raising urgency for the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument.
Monarch butterflies to be listed as a threatened species in US
The monarch butterfly is proposed to be listed as threatened due to severe population declines and the impact of climate and habitat changes.
Environmental Diplomacy Had a Terrible Year
International environmental negotiations this year failed amid ongoing climate crises and political shifts.
We can still get out of the climate Hellocene and into the clear | Aeon Essays
Methane emissions from tropical wetlands are rising rapidly and are a significant concern for climate scientists.
Cristina Mittermeier: 'It is now or never' to address climate change
Cristina Mittermeier emphasizes the urgent need for business to address climate change and environmental conservation for a sustainable future.
Fires, deforestation and drought hammered the Amazon in 2024
The Amazon rainforest experienced extreme drought and record wildfires in 2024, highlighting urgent threats to its biodiversity and climate significance.
The time to save two of California's rare species may be running out
Joshua Tree National Park's surrounding area lacks protections for vital species, raising urgency for the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument.
Week in wildlife in pictures: a seasonal robin and newborn lion cubs in Bedfordshire
Wild boar in Germany have contracted African swine fever, leading to preventive measures by neighboring France.
The birth of lion cubs at Whipsnade Zoo is a notable conservation success.
Bushfire season pressures wildlife hospitals in Australia, affecting their operating hours.
Monarch Butterflies Are Recommended for Protected Status in U.S.
Federal wildlife officials proposed listing monarch butterflies as a threatened species, aiming to balance protection with public cooperation.
Week in wildlife in pictures: a dangling marmoset, rare leopard babies and an eyelash snake
The birth of Arabian leopard cubs marks a milestone in conservation efforts for this endangered subspecies.
AI-assisted wildlife surveillance is eavesdropping on endangered spider monkeys
AI technology is critical for monitoring endangered species like Geoffrey's spider monkeys amid increasing extinction risks.
It's an absolute travesty': fears for border wildlife as Trump takes office
The border wall poses significant ecological threats, disrupting wildlife migration and harming international conservation efforts in biodiverse regions.
70-pound baby sea creature first of season on California beach. 'Welcome to the world'
The first elephant seal pup of the season was born at Point Reyes National Seashore, with more expected in January.
Week in wildlife in pictures: a seasonal robin and newborn lion cubs in Bedfordshire
Wild boar in Germany have contracted African swine fever, leading to preventive measures by neighboring France.
The birth of lion cubs at Whipsnade Zoo is a notable conservation success.
Bushfire season pressures wildlife hospitals in Australia, affecting their operating hours.
Monarch Butterflies Are Recommended for Protected Status in U.S.
Federal wildlife officials proposed listing monarch butterflies as a threatened species, aiming to balance protection with public cooperation.
Week in wildlife in pictures: a dangling marmoset, rare leopard babies and an eyelash snake
The birth of Arabian leopard cubs marks a milestone in conservation efforts for this endangered subspecies.
AI-assisted wildlife surveillance is eavesdropping on endangered spider monkeys
AI technology is critical for monitoring endangered species like Geoffrey's spider monkeys amid increasing extinction risks.
It's an absolute travesty': fears for border wildlife as Trump takes office
The border wall poses significant ecological threats, disrupting wildlife migration and harming international conservation efforts in biodiverse regions.
70-pound baby sea creature first of season on California beach. 'Welcome to the world'
The first elephant seal pup of the season was born at Point Reyes National Seashore, with more expected in January.
Nonprofit group makes unlikely transformation of Brooklyn reservoir into classroom: 'It is critical'
NYC H2O is transforming Ridgewood Reservoir into an environmental classroom while combating invasive species to restore local biodiversity.
The Frankfurt Prototype / Barkow Leibinger
The Frankfurt Prototype promotes sustainable living through multifunctional spaces and resource-efficient design.
San Francisco Botanical Garden's Free Day (2nd Tuesdays)
The San Francisco Botanical Garden showcases diverse plant species and offers free access for residents and on select days to promote community engagement.
Nonprofit group makes unlikely transformation of Brooklyn reservoir into classroom: 'It is critical'
NYC H2O is transforming Ridgewood Reservoir into an environmental classroom while combating invasive species to restore local biodiversity.
The Frankfurt Prototype / Barkow Leibinger
The Frankfurt Prototype promotes sustainable living through multifunctional spaces and resource-efficient design.
San Francisco Botanical Garden's Free Day (2nd Tuesdays)
The San Francisco Botanical Garden showcases diverse plant species and offers free access for residents and on select days to promote community engagement.
Life on other planets might exist underground due to harsh surface conditions, similar to extreme biospheres found beneath Earth's surface.
Seeing the single largest tree in the forest of 400 billion
Fabien Wagner's research may have identified the largest tree in the Amazon using advanced modeling techniques for canopy height mapping.
Ealing beavers thrive in their year in the city
The Ealing Beaver Project successfully breeds beavers in an urban environment, promoting ecological balance and aiming for future rewilding efforts in the UK.
Using AI to talk to animals
NatureLM is an AI model designed to decode animal communication, enhancing our understanding of biodiversity and species interactions.
Resting Chapel / JUNG Architekti
The Resting Chapel promotes contemplation and ecological balance amidst vineyard and solar energy integration, emphasizing innovative land reclamation and community engagement.
The war against murder hornets is over, officials say. The U.S. won.
Murder hornets have been eradicated in the U.S. after four years of concern for local beekeeping and honeybee populations.
How Earth's Biggest Mass Extinctions Stack Up
Mass extinctions share common origins, chiefly large-scale volcanism, but differ in outcomes, with the current age possibly leading to a sixth.
This New Luxury Resort in Costa Rica Will Have a Suspended Treetop Bar, Ocean-view Suites, and a Chic Beach Club
Nekajui, a luxury resort opening in 2025, combines adventure and luxury while honoring the local Guanacaste heritage and offering diverse dining options.
Trawl the sea or mine for metals? Pacific nations wrestle with how to protect oceans - and livelihoods
Palau's declaration of a no-fishing sanctuary is facing backlash as fishermen struggle, prompting government considerations to reopen parts of the protected area.
Spanish fisherman protest against EU fishing quotas
Spanish fishermen protested against an EU proposal to drastically reduce fishing days, citing economic impact and flawed data as key concerns.