Science

Politicians have mocked, belittled, and cut federally funded research for decades, but funding basic science has a long history of lifesaving discoveries.

Hunting enthusiasts moved species like muskoxen and mountain goats to new environments, but their survival in those faraway lands may help animals in other areas.

These new comics collections use satire, poetry, and science to shine a light on human failures — and who and what we need to save.

Scientists also declared several other extinctions, including the first documented plant extinction in New Hampshire.

Earthen homes present an opportunity for building sustainably, but first we need to overcome several institutional barriers.

The new field of conservation psychology offers valuable lessons for protecting the world’s wildlife — as well as ourselves.

Other new research this month looked at snow leopards, wolves, wildlife crossings, newly discovered species, and … scorpion copulation?

An alphabetical look at the environmental threats, priorities, and opportunities of the year ahead.

The world still faces a growing extinction crisis, but that hasn’t stopped conservation efforts or individual overachievers. Here are some of the animals who made a difference.

Melting glaciers, plant genetics, protection from forever chemicals, and more: An annual look at the conservation horizon reveals priorities for the years ahead.