Poison Ivy: Busting 6 Myths to Avoid the Itch

Avoid the itch – and learn some cool science – as we bust popular myths about poison ivy.

Lisa Ballard

Illegal Logging & Energy Shortages Pressure Myanmar’s Forests

Facilitated by organized crime, illegal logging threatens to destroy Myanmar’s forests. But a national energy crisis and the ensuing fuelwood demand pose an equal threat.

Justine E. Hausheer and Timothy Boucher

The Ultimate Guide to Yellowstone Wildlife Viewing

Everything you need to see great wildlife responsibly in Yellowstone National Park.

Matthew L. Miller

From Academia to Action: Conservancy Science in Asia & the Pacific

Lead scientist Eddie Game shares his thoughts on what it means to be a science-based organization, and how Conservancy scientists help deliver on-the-ground impact.

Justine E. Hausheer

Science and Economic Development in the Emerald Edge

Working in partnership with indigenous peoples and local communities is critically important to achieving outcomes for people and nature. Social science is the backbone of The Nature Conservancy’s approach to strengthening voice, choice and action.

Sarah Weber and Nicole DeMello

Could Red Wiggler Worms Eliminate Stinky Campground Toilets?

The least fun part of summer camping? Smelly toilets. But a scent-free future may lie with a humble worm.

John McCoy

Who’s Smiling on Canid Camera?

Three photos. Three questions. That’s all there is to it. Your identifications help give conservationists the information they need to restore young forests where wildlife thrives.

Lisa Feldkamp

Deciding the Fate of Myanmar’s Forests

After decades of overharvesting, Myanmar’s forests teak are at a crisis point. But with recent political change comes great opportunity.

Justine E. Hausheer

How Can We Protect Endemic Species in the Face of Urban Growth?

There will be almost 2 billion additional urban dwellers by 2030. In the face of this massive urban growth, how can we protect plants and animals that are endemic to different regions around the world?

Rob McDonald

Intense Human Pressure Threatens One-third of Protected Areas

Protected areas are the most common tool used by conservationists to protect biodiversity. But what if they don’t actually work?

Justine E. Hausheer

A Q&A with Eddie Game: How Acoustics Are Changing Conservation

Conservancy scientist Eddie Game explains how acoustics could revolutionize conservation data collection.

Justine E. Hausheer

Could Prairie Chickens Come Booming Back?

Prairie chickens were once so abundant in the Great Plains that they were hunted for the market and shipped by the trainload to New York City. Could prairie restoration bring them booming back?

Lisa Feldkamp