Migratory species and flyways
Everything filed under conservation in our wildlife rescue coverage, the 14 reports filed on it so far.
Bird Banding Grand Slam at Bent of the River
The Bent of the River Audubon Center recorded a banding 'grand slam,' capturing all four of its focal bird species in one session for the first time.
Rare plant presumed extinct in Sri Lanka
A plant species last recorded in Sri Lanka in 1855 has been found in a lowland forest fragment. Researchers located 70-100 individuals of Indianthus...
Trump forest rule rollback risks 400 species
A Trump administration decision to rescind a 2001 forest protection rule could accelerate extinction for over 400 endangered species by opening...
Photo Ark hits 20 years, 18,000 species
Wildlife photographer Joel Sartore's National Geographic Photo Ark project has reached its 20th anniversary and photographed its 18,000th animal, a
Mobile Hatcheries Aid Queen Conch Conservation
Queen conch populations are declining due to overharvesting, habitat degradation, and climate change. Researchers are using mobile hatcheries to...
Remembering Wildlife Shines a Spotlight on Endangered Species
Margot Raggett, a British wildlife photographer, created the book 'Remembering Elephants' to raise awareness about the potential extinction of...
The Importance of Champions in Endangered Species Conservation
Conservationist Bill Konstant emphasizes the need for strong local leadership, committed species champions, and diverse teams in successful...
Orangutans in Peril: Conservation Efforts on World Orangutan Day
The three critically endangered species of orangutans face numerous threats to their survival, including habitat destruction and human activities
Indigenous Fishers in Colombia Rethink Shark Hunting and Protect Species on the Coast
In Colombia's La Guajira department, Indigenous Wayuu fishers are working with marine biologists to conserve and document shark populations...
Brazil's Wildlife Faces Growing Threats
Multiple species in Brazil are facing significant threats due to various factors such as drought, deforestation, and overfishing.
Undercover cameras expose illegal discards in Chilean industrial fishing operations
Investigations reveal widespread illegal discards of critically endangered fish species by industrial fishing vessels in Chile, despite mandatory...
Mercury contamination in Peruvian Amazon insects linked to gold mining, study finds
A new study in Nature reveals how mercury from gold mining accumulates in insects across the Peruvian Amazon, with contamination levels varying by...
Wildlife Rescue: Community-Led Conservation Efforts Save Endangered Birds in Latin America
Conservation efforts led by local communities and scientists have helped to recover populations of three endangered bird species in Latin America.
Drones and Raptors: Balancing Monitoring Benefits with Disturbance Risks in Latin America
A decade-long study across eight Latin American countries shows that while drones can access hard-to-reach raptor nests, 81 % of species observed...