Poaching has killed off 60 percent of Africa’s forest-dwelling elephants since 2002 alone.
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Monthly Archives: August 2016
Why you should care about the World Conservation Congress
This IUCN gathering is bringing together thousands to discuss the most pressing environmental issues of our time.
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On the trail of ‘Sharky McSharkface’
The latest news on the travels of Indonesia’s tagged whale sharks.
The forest behind your perfume
In the forests of Venezuela, three villages have found a crucial source of livelihood amid the country’s roiling economic crisis.
Marine park’s expansion a win for Hawai’i, for oceans
The Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument is now the largest marine protected area on Earth.
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The world’s national parks are not as secure as we think
New research reveals significant changes in the boundaries of one of America’s most iconic protected areas over time.
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From South Africa to the White House, linking people to nature
Meet a young activist fighting to shape a sustainable future for Africa.
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From machetes to maps: How a ‘red line’ eased conflict in Bolivia’s Amazon
After years of dispute, competing land users found common ground through a map they drew together.
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Expedition draws world’s attention to new crown jewel of marine life
Atauro Island is a treasure trove of biodiversity, but it needs help to stay that way.
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5 rainforest species that could save your life
The rainforest may be nature’s biggest pharmacy. Will continued deforestation stand in the way of life-saving medicines?
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