Ideas

The most remote inhabited island in French Polynesia is the habitat for several rare indigenous plants and animals, but it’s severely threatened by invasive introduced species.

Researcher Deborah Giles is on the frontlines of efforts to understand — and help protect — critically endangered Southern Residents.

As the world debates the need to protect 30% of the planet’s land and water, research in collaboration with the late conservation biologist shows the importance of long-term support for biodiversity.

The international community must agree to end deforestation, close live-wildlife markets, and embrace a treaty to prevent future outbreaks.

Saving these privately owned grasslands is the key to protecting endangered birds and other unique biodiversity.

A new book tracks scientific research and restoration efforts around the world that are focused on saving this critical ocean ecosystem.

The rich countries that fuel demand for wildlife products must step up to fulfill their enforcement responsibilities and support developing countries and vulnerable communities.

A modern movement to restore the lake symbolizes the broader contest between unsustainable industrialization and challenges such as climate change.

Community ecologist Cristina Eisenberg explains how we can use both Native and western science to help solve our toughest environmental problems.

Home to one of the city’s last intact forests, this privately owned gem could soon face bulldozers and construction.