International

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

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.

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

A new online resource combines economic and environmental data to help prevent deadly conflict. It could be a vital tool in the age of climate change.

Habitat destruction is the biggest threat facing ruffed lemurs. But it's a problem we can fix.

The United Nations has taken a good first step, but here’s what needs to be done next to make sure climate refugees get the protections they deserve.

Livestock owners needlessly fear these massive South American birds — and lure them to their deaths with illegal poisons. That puts the entire species at risk.

No whale hunts in Iceland last year were just one sign of the public's fading appetite for whale meat.

And they’re not the only ones in trouble — orchid species around the world face increasing threats from illegal trade and habitat destruction.