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Floral Arrangement: Can Floating Flower Mats Reduce Nutrient Pollution?
Floating flowers have the power to clean nutrient-loaded runoff in South Florida.
Mapping the World’s Groundwater-Dependent Ecosystems Reveals Protection Gaps
A first-of-its-kind global map shows 53% of groundwater-dependent ecosystems are in areas of known groundwater depletion, and likely at risk.
Restoring River Oxbows Benefits Endangered Fish
The Topeka shiner is returning to Iowa rivers; restoration offers benefits for water quality and flood control.
The Curito: Guardian of Orinoquia Conservation and Tradition
This special fish reflects the amphibious cultural identity of the people of Orinoquia, Colombia.
50 Fish, 50 States: Rise of the Redeye
As part of his 50 Fish, 50 States series, Matt Miller visits Alabama in search of Coosa bass.
Pronghorn Place: Preserve Protects Wildlife Migration Route
On Idaho's Flat Ranch Preserve, pronghorn have room to roam.
To Save the Red Knots, Look to Blue Carbon
Six ways natural climate solutions are supporting coastal biodiversity and communities around the world.
Swift Parrots and the Heartbreak of Rare Species
Is it wrong for wildlife watchers to seek out a species because we fear its extinction?
Want to Suppress Coral Disease? Bring Back Sea Cucumbers
By feeding on microbial pathogens in marine sediment, the weird and wonderful sea cucumber can enhance reef resilience by suppressing coral diseases.
Meet Lizzie McLeod, TNC’s Global Oceans Director
From religion major to glass blower to leader in global ocean conservation, Lizzie McLeod’s career path has been anything but conventional.
7 Strange Species from the Ocean’s Depths
Eye-eating worms, crabs that look like a yeti, and eels that help fish hunt.
Six Spectacular Places to Experience the Sagebrush Sea
Six places to visit the stunning sagebrush sea, as recommended by TNC staff working to protect this biologically rich landscape.