A San Francisco-sized piece of land has been preserved; protecting roaming black bears, antelope, and red tailed hawks
The second largest land easement in the country blocks any future development on a huge swath of grasslands and pastures in San Luis Obispo County, California.
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New study: Nature conservation actually works, and we're getting better at it
Global biodiversity is decreasing and has been for some time. Is anything we are doing to reverse this trend effective?
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Good news: Restoring coastal habitat boosts wildlife numbers by 61% – but we can still improve further
Healthy coastal habitats are the gift that keeps on giving. We need them back, so there’s a lot of enthusiasm for restoring these habitats. But we want to recover more than just the habitats. We want the animals they support too.
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What are armadillos good for? They're actually good neighbors
Despite their reputation as destructive pests, new research reveals that armadillos support dozens of other species — including, possibly, humans.
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This 'cacao project' boosts livelihoods and buffers biodiversity in Sierra Leone
A shade-grown cacao plantations project provides wildlife refuge while generating income for cacao farmers in the Gola rainforest in West Africa.
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This National Park is opening a 'firefly lottery' for lucky winners to see a rare firefly light show
Synchronous fireflies illuminate summer nights in national parks across the U.S., captivating spectators and prompting conservation efforts to protect these beloved insects.
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Scientists finally pinpoint fungal virus harming frogs and toads, significantly aiding conservation efforts
A new study identified a novel virus, which has impacted over 500 amphibian species. The discovery could revolutionize conservation for frogs and toads.
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A mangrove expedition found a trove of 700 species — ‘We barely scratched the surface’
Biologists surveyed a Cambodian mangrove forest, finding 700 species and highlighting mangroves' crucial role in biodiversity conservation amid widespread loss.
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Cate Blanchett, Netflix celebrate Earth Day with release of docu-series 'Our Living World'
Netflix's latest nature docu-series is narrated by Cate Blanchett and explores the wondrous connections between species and ecosystems across the globe.
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