conservation biology

A new study of tree biodiversity estimates that Earth boasts 14 percent more tree species than previous efforts have identified.

The discovery that what was long believed to be one fly species is actually two deepens researchers’ understanding of plant-pollinator relationships in a unique habitat in southern Africa.

The naturalist was recognized for his work on social behavior and pheromones in ants and as a champion of wildlife conservation.

As the year draws to a close, we look back on researchers we bid farewell to, and the contributions they made to their respective fields.

Microscopic creatures called epibionts that live on sea turtles’ shells can help researchers understand their secretive lives.

The genome sequences of 51 giraffes from all over Africa contribute to the latest attempt in an ongoing pursuit to pin down a species number.

When conservationists relocate species, they don’t always account for the pathogens hitching a ride, and the consequences of introducing them to a new environment.

His career was dedicated to understanding and protecting frog populations.

A global decline of large carnivores has motivated scientists to understand the animals’ ecological roles, and consider whether reintroducing them can help restore ecosystems.

As some conservationists and researchers begin to return large carnivores to areas where they once roamed, scientists intensify efforts to study the ecological roles of predators.

The release of gray wolves in Yellowstone decades ago still stands as one of the few examples of a predator reintroduction, and the lessons learned continue to be debated. New projects aim to do it again.

The University of Washington parasite ecologist aims to understand how humans have changed the diversity and abundance of the enigmatic and misunderstood organisms.

Conservation biologist John Ewen discusses the recent reintroduction of Tasmanian devils to mainland Australia after a 3,000-year absence and issues that need to be considered when bringing long-departed animals back into an area.

Mace led the work to determine the criteria for the IUCN’s Red List.

Satellite images of penguin poop reveal eight entirely new colonies and confirm the existence of another three first reported in the 1960s.

Experts warn that an explosion of hooded vulture deaths in Guinea-Bissau could push the critically endangered species to the brink of extinction.

The captive breeding program at the Vulture Conservation Foundation gives a bearded vulture chick the chance to live in the wild.

A study of the animals using blue light reveals what humans are not able to see with the naked eye.

The rate of population decline is outpacing the ability of the bees to find a new habitat.