Meet the Kangaroos That Live in Trees

Tree-kangaroos are one of the world’s most bizarre and fascinating mammals.

Justine E. Hausheer

Sun on the Water: How to Plan for a Renewable Energy Future That Floats

The expansion of floating photovoltaics could provide renewable energy while also sparing land. But there are still many unknowns.

Cara Cannon Byington

Story type: TNC Science Brief

Meet the Mole Crab, a Common and Surprising Beach Creature

Get up close with a fascinating crustacean you can find (and catch) on your next trip to the beach.

Matthew L. Miller

A Kayak in Search of a Fish

In a historic Illinois wetland, a team tackles invasive carp using uncrewed small boats

Jenny Rogers

Camera Trap Chronicles: Rattlesnakes and Howling Coyotes

And more. Coming to you from TNC's Bridgestone Reserve in central Tennessee.

Matthew L. Miller

Tracking the Tiny Bats of Aotearoa 

Join scientists for a night of bat trapping in New Zealand, where predator control is helping to protect the country's only endemic land mammal.

Justine E. Hausheer

50 Fish, 50 States: Rhode Island’s Wild Brook Trout

Wild brook trout in Rhode Island? Our smallest state provides memorable brook trout fishing.

Matthew L. Miller

These Carnivorous Snails Slurp Earthworms Like Spaghetti

Meet the powelliphanta snail, a weird and wonderful New Zealand endemic that slurps earthworms like pasta.

Justine E. Hausheer

One Size Does Not Fit All for Sustainable Livestock Production

Understanding economic, environmental, and social and cultural contexts is essential to achieving sustainable livestock production.

Cara Cannon Byington

Story type: TNC Science Brief

Elk in the East: A View to a Dramatic Conservation Success

Elk once roamed across much of North America. After more than a century’s absence, they’re thriving in the Appalachians.

Matthew L. Miller

Humboldt Penguins on the Edge

Next time you’re in need of an odd animal fact to fill a conversational lull, consider the nesting preferences of the Humboldt penguin.

The Editors

Inside the Clear Waters of England’s Ancient Chalk Streams

Chalk streams are unique to England, and one of the country's ecological treasures.

Jenny Rogers and Emli Bendixen