Marine biologist Boris Worm sees hopeful signs for fisheries in the waters off Costa Rica.
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Small-scale Fisheries Have Big Impacts on Sea Turtles
A new study shows that accidental bycatch by small-scale fishers is taking a large toll on sea turtle populations.
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At Fishermen’s Request, Hawaii Adds New Enforcement Boat to Its Fleet
About 75% of Hawaii’s nearshore fish species are threatened — bad news for a culture heavily reliant on the sea.
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4 Ways Dwindling Natural Resources Could Lead to Conflict
Last week’s symposium at the Council on Foreign Relations explored the direct connection between nature and security.
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In Samoa and Fiji, Natural Forests Help Limit Cyclone Damage
Cyclone Evan decimated many areas planted with non-native trees, leaving natural forests largely intact.
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Wildlife Trade Reveals 5 Things Sharks and Elephants Have in Common
High demand is fueling the ivory and shark fin trades despite their catastrophic effect on wild animal populations.
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Can CITES Save the Sharks?
A new proposal could lead to the first-ever global trade regulations for five shark species.
Raja Ampat Launches Indonesia’s First Shark Sanctuary
This news is the latest indication that the tide is turning for shark conservation.
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New Technology Aims to Expand Knowledge of Qatar’s Mangroves
Students and scientists alike will learn more about these ecosystems through a new crowd-sourcing tool.
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In Timor-Leste, Striving to Protect Resources for Local Communities
Illegal fishers from outside Timor-Leste are threatening the tiny country’s marine fisheries.
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