New gecko species from Timor-Leste hints at island’s unknown diversity
Scientists have described a new species of bent-toed gecko from a remote cave in Timor-Leste.The new species was confirmed through DNA analysis and further...
Finland’s debate over Indigenous identity and rights turns ugly
In Finland, a controversial new bill would redefine who is eligible to vote and stand for the assembly of the country’s Indigenous Sámi community,...
Three new nautilus species described
Researchers have described three new species of nautilus found in the Coral Sea and the South Pacific.The three species can be differentiated due to...
The platinum ‘bully’ and the secret oil deal
South African authorities have extended the deadline for compensation talks over a platinum mine, after a no-show by the mining company that affected communities...
U.S. grocery chains flunk sustainability, human rights tests for tuna sourcing
Greenpeace has scored the 16 largest U.S. grocery retailers on human rights and environmental sustainability in their tuna sourcing, giving just one, ALDI, a...
Mating season rings death knell for cheer pheasants in Nepal’s western...
In Nepal, springtime is marked by the distinctive mating calls of male cheer pheasants (Catreus wallichii) as they echo through the forests.Hunters hear these...
Nature documentaries can boost plant conservation
Increasing public awareness of plants is essential for saving them from a number of threats in various environments.
Watching nature documentaries is a favorite pastime...
How to ensure the success of reintroducing apex predators into their...
Success rates for large carnivore relocations have increased significantly since before 2007.
Once, not that long ago in biological terms, lynxes prowled for prey in...
Advancing a resilient design model to meet refugee needs
The Turkey-Syria quakes have left 1.5 million people homeless. A new study adds insight on providing refugee aid in climate-friendly ways.
More than 1.5 million...
Bolivia has a soy deforestation problem. It’s worse than previously thought.
Recently released satellite data from Bolivia shows that soy plantations were responsible for over 900,000 hectares (2.2 million acres) of deforestation between 2001 and...
An opportunity to create a new crediting framework (commentary)
Biodiversity credits have the potential to accelerate funding for biodiversity conservation while benefiting local communities and biodiversity custodians.To make voluntary biodiversity credits work for...
Q&A with Colombian Mining Minister Irene Vélez Torres
Illegal gold mining has long plagued Colombia’s ecosystems and communities, while small-scale miners have lamented the difficulties they face in formalizing their operations.Despite Colombia’s...
