Wildlife

As scary as wildfires are for people living near them, burned forests create some of the most biodiverse ecosystems.

An increase in calls and wildlife rescues means people are paying more attention to nature. That’s an opportunity to learn about animal behavior — and save lives.

Wolves often get the blame for killing caribou in Canada’s boreal forests, but the real threat is human activity, new research finds.

A new report concludes U.S. waters “have insufficient protections for a healthy future,” and that the problem has gotten worse under the Trump administration.

States are facing significant shortages of conservation officers, who help protect natural resources and wildlife. COVID-19 could make it worse.

Our desire for the companionship of exotic pets from around the world has fueled the spread of disease.

Diseases can cause animal populations to decline or even go extinct. And they’re often worsened by environmental threats caused by people.

Wildlife trade, deforestation, industrial farming and other factors threaten both animals and human health.

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

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