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Mangroves Slash Hurricane Damage in Florida by Billions
In Collier County alone, mangroves cut annual losses by $67M and prevented $4B in damages during Hurricane Ian.
Solar’s Hidden Footprint: Why Accurate Land Data Matters for Conservation
New research reveals solar datasets underestimate land use by up to 34%, masking habitat loss in natural areas.
Turning the Lens on Mongolia
Mongolia shaped his photography career. Now, 25 years later, he returns to capture the country’s commitment to a sustainable future.
Meet the Apalachicola Redhorse, a Newly Recognized Fish Species
For more than 50 years, the Apalachicola redhorse was a fish with no name. Learn more about this newly recognized species of sucker.
Forest Carbon Projects May Help More Than We Thought—New Study Finds Leakage Often Overestimated
New findings challenge current carbon market accounting practices and advocate for more nuanced, carbon-specific leakage estimates to ensure integrity and unlock greater investment in Climate Smart Forestry as a natural climate solution.
The Swift Fox Makes a Surprise Comeback
New research shows North America’s smallest canine might be more adaptable than anyone previously thought.
The Butterflies of Marinduque: Small Wings, Big Changes
National Geographic Society & TNC extern Dustin Francisco shares how butterfly farming in Marinduque reveals the fragile balance between livelihood, culture, and conservation.
Bat: It’s What’s for Dinner
From crocodiles swimming through bat guano sludge to raccoons feasting in caves, here are weird stories of the predators that target bats.
Maximizing Climate Returns: Albedo Accounting for Smarter Carbon Investments
New research shows how the albedo effect—Earth’s reflectivity—influences how well forest restoration projects can help cool the Earth.
Breakfast with the Resplendent Quetzal
Haunting the cloud forest on a quest to find the magnificent, and increasingly rare, national bird of Guatemala
Camera Trap Chronicles: Up Close With Snow Leopards
Enjoy this footage of snow leopards from Mongolia, including the animals scent marking and vocalizing.
Mangroves: These Climate Defenders Are Critical to Human Health
National Geographic Society & TNC extern Vaidehi Patel shares her experience studying the intersection between mangrove populations and human health.
