Sustainable Sea Cucumbers: Saving the “Gold Bars” of the Ocean

In Papua New Guinea, a tribal network is taking sustainable management of sea cucumber fisheries into their own hands.

Justine E. Hausheer

George’s Long Farewell: Why One Snail’s Death Became International News

The death of a colorful snail named George draws international attention over the plight of vanishing species.

Christine Peterson

Chronic Wasting Disease: What You Need To Know

Chronic Wasting Disease is now found in 26 states. What does it mean for deer, and for you?

Lisa Ballard

Day of the (Turtle) Dogs

Meet the turtle dogs -- they track and retrieve turtles. For science!

Cara Cannon Byington

For Brown Bears and Salmon, It’s Not Just About Numbers

New research shows how brown bears depend on the full complexity of salmon runs to make a living.

Matthew L. Miller

Want to Try Camera Trapping? Check Out This New Guide

Camera trapping combines old-fashioned field skills with the latest technology. A new guide will get you started.

Matthew L. Miller

No Binoculars Allowed: Learning to Bird By Ear

On a mission to learn bird calls, one nature nerd does the unthinkable… bird without binoculars. (Sort of.)

Justine E. Hausheer

Could Spider Silk Become a Natural Replacement for Plastic?

Ounce for ounce, a spider web is one of the strongest structures on earth. Could it change our world?

Christine Peterson

What’s That Weird Duck In The Local Pond?

Have you seen a weird duck you can’t identify? We’re here to help you sort it out.

Matthew L. Miller

Investigating the Illegal Sea Turtle Trade

Nature Conservancy scientists are investigating the illegal turtle trade in the Solomon Islands.

Justine E. Hausheer

What Scientists Can Learn from Sound and Silence

Sound holds the potential to help fill one of the most vexing evidence gaps in conservation: How do we know what we're doing is actually working?

Cara Cannon Byington

Why You’re Seeing More Hawks at Your Birdfeeder

Hawks are reclaiming the city. A new study examines the factors most influencing this recolonization.

Matthew L. Miller