A new study shows that accidental bycatch by small-scale fishers is taking a large toll on sea turtle populations.
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Category Archives: Publications
Jared Diamond Explores What We Can Learn from Traditional Societies
In his new book, the author and CI board member compares aspects of traditional cultures with the modern world.
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Diving in a Deep-sea Cathedral
Scientists may be more familiar with the surface of Mars than parts of the ocean floor.
New Book Provides Ultimate Guide to Coral Triangle’s Reef Fish
With their new publication, two marine biologists fulfill a lifelong dream — and describe 25 new species.
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No Food Security Without Environmental Security
Expanding agricultural outputs without understanding the ecosystems supporting them will be a losing battle.
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Fate of Vietnam’s Gibbons Hangs in the Balance
A new assessment reveals that the country’s gibbon populations may soon be lost forever.
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Language Diversity is Highest in Biodiversity Hotspots
The world’s most species-rich places are also home to 70% of languages.
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Climate Change Increases Costs of Conserving Biodiversity
As temperatures rise, many threatened species are moving out of protected areas in search of cooler climes.
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To Alleviate Poverty, Biodiversity Conservation is Critical
Nature may not send us a bill, but its essential services have real and lasting value.
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Working Together for a Healthier Ocean
By working together, organizations like CI can make an even bigger impact on protecting valuable marine areas.