Forests

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

Coastal mangrove forests help protect communities and habitats from storm surges, but sea-level rise could wipe them out.

Plants that depend on wind for pollination or seed dispersal may face challenges as warming temperatures force species to shift their ranges, according to a new study.

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

Two recent studies find different factors increasing wildfire risk across California and the Pacific Northwest, but the solutions in each location are similar.

We’re already seeing signs of accelerated forest mortality around the world. And it’s not just arid regions that may see forest die-offs, new research finds.

The Trump administration continues to strip away environmental protections in the face of the pandemic. History shows that the people can fight back — and win.

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

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

From the mountains of Ethiopia to the ice floes of the Arctic, numerous species could be pushed to the brink. Here’s how.