From different angles, scientists examined the fates of two types of salamanders in Central Texas: Ambystoma salamanders, ...

How does habitat diversity influence biodiversity and food webs? This is what a recent study published in Nature hopes to address as an international team of researchers investigated how the number of ...

Wetland ecosystems represent a dynamic confluence of hydrological, biological and geological processes, offering critical habitat for waterfowl while supporting a broader array of biodiversity. These ...

Their fur is so soft it almost led to their extinction, but otters’ recovery has been a boon to Pacific kelp forests, a key ...

Stacker compiled a list of 10 animals from diverse environments, outlining how each helps sustain its ecosystem. - Wildan Al Gifari // Shutterstock Stacker compiled a list of 10 animals from diverse ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and world. Our ...

Gulf fishing is the best it has been in decades. But five years ago, as one of the worst man-made disasters unfolded off Venice, the future of Gulf fishing appeared uncertain. As the fifth anniversary ...

I-20 Preserve rebrands as Watersong Wild Space in Midland, plans $27M Nature Commons with event center and education, ...

1. Spillover of beneficial organisms from natural habitats to croplands can improve agro-ecosystem services, but wildlife can also negatively influence agricultural production. When managing ...

A new study reveals significant gaps in how investments are allocated in the governance of Norwegian forests. Several ...