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Only Zoo Keepers Get to Feed the Penguins (Op-Ed)

Zookeeper Nora Beirne feeds red panda

July 22nd, 2014

Zoo keepers have an interesting job — some days you cuddle with endangered species, others you just try not to get bitten.

Borneo Photos: Discovering the 'Other Galapagos'

Alfred Russell Wallace developed the theory of evolution by natural selection right here

June 23rd, 2014

Borneo's big muddy rivers, warm shaggy jungles, monsoonal rains, time and isolation have all made it evolution's wonderland. Take a tour of one of the richest places on Earth.

Zoos, Aquariums and Their Visitors Are Critical Advocates for Conservation (Op-Ed)

children, zoos, aquarium

April 23rd, 2014

Zoos and aquariums are hubs for inspiring the public to support wildlife conservation.

Deadly 'Angel Wing' Condition Caused By Feeding Birds Crackers | Video

Deadly 'Angel Wing' Condition Caused By Feeding Birds Crackers | Video

July 14th, 2014

Unhealthy foods like white bread and crackers cause the wing deformity, which inhibits the birds ability to fly, and can result in death. The Humane Society of the United States strongly advises not to feed wildlife.

Endangered Gorillas Protected from Oil Drilling in African Park

Mountain Gorillas

June 19th, 2014

A major oil and gas company has pledged to stop plumbing for oil in Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, after the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and United States authorities pressured the firm to halt operations in the region.

How Two Women Brought a Sea Change to Conservation (Op-Ed)

women, conservation, women in science

March 28th, 2014

From uncovering the graceful dances of fiddler crabs to innovating for the study of fish anatomy, women trailblazers helped guide conservation research in the last century.

Stepping up Conservation in Fiji — in Stilettos (Op-Ed)

women weavers, conservation, fiji

March 12th, 2014

A rising star in marine conservation tells how she gave up her muddy boots for a scuba suit to protect coastal fisheries in Fiji.

Good News, Bears: Satellites Could Spy on Arctic Species

polar bears arctic satellite demography

Satellites could be a promising tool for tracking Arctic wildlife on the ground, a new study suggests.

Sustainable Ranching: Where Cows and Capybara Roam (Op-Ed)

Aerial view of the Pantanal

April 29th, 2014

In the Pantanal of Brazil, ranchers and wildlife co-exist.

Developing World Boasts Leading Women Conservationists (Op-Ed)

An African Elephant and calf

March 26th, 2014

Women conservationists in developing nations face obstacles, societal and otherwise, that make their accomplishments even more profound.