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Phytoplankton produce half of the oxygen in our atmosphere, but understanding how they respond to climate change is complicated and critically important.

Clean water is essential during the COVID-19 health crisis, but so far Congress hasn’t directed funds to help water utilities or stop water shutoffs in low-income households.

New research proposes classifying the threatened tree as an “umbrella species” because of its oversized ecological role.

Connecting with nearby nature can give people a much-needed boost — and help save wildlife, too.

California newts faced the worst drought conditions in 1,200 years, but new research finds that the lack of precipitation may not have been their biggest threat.

Scientists and policymakers have developed a time-sensitive plan to help save ailing freshwater ecosystems and imperiled species. 

As biodiversity disappears, the risk to human health increases. Experts say we need to protect wild spaces and species to help prevent future outbreaks.

The innovative project could aid endangered native species — and provide a useful roadmap for other dam-removal efforts.

Just because we’re all self-isolated doesn’t mean we have to isolate ourselves from nature.

New research shows that recreational fishing can sometimes be a huge problem — especially for threatened species of marine fish.