Forests

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.

New research shows that oil drilling in Canada’s boreal forest is changing how wolves, caribou, bears and other species interact.

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

New research finds mangroves host thousands of unique insect species — and these trees are more vulnerable than previously understood.

Treeline, a new book by Ben Rawlence, explains how climate change is causing far-reaching shifts in one of our most important ecosystems.

A new study looked at a group of forest lands that hold big conservation potential but aren’t adequately protected.

From wetlands restoration to conservation dogs and the decline of fossil fuels, these tales set the stage for the year ahead.

A new study hopes to inspire water managers — and the rest of us — to begin planning for how climate change will dramatically reduce snowpack.

Warming temperatures, stronger storms and rising seas present a cascade of challenges that researchers are racing to understand.