Frequent fires make droughts harder for young trees, even in wet eastern forests
Scientists studied combined effects of fire and drought on white oak seedlings - a drought-tolerant species.
Arctic seabird populations respond to climate change
Scientists identify the ecological factors that explain seabird population dynamics.
Extending palm oil production in Africa threatens primate conservation
Scientists say that large-scale expansion of oil palm cultivation in Africa will have negative effects on primates.
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Capturing elephants from the wild shortens their lives
Study shows despite the alarming declines of wild populations globally capture of elephants supplements captive populations.
Animals and fungi enhance the performance of forests
Study shows a broader perspective on biodiversity-multifunctionality relationships is crucial for sustainable ecosystem management.
Recreational fisheries pose threat to skittish sea turtles
Study shows the importance of the effects that recreational fisheries have on marine megafauna.
Study shows ocean acidification is having major impact on marine life
Scientists show that changes in ocean's temperature and ph will lead to marine ecosystem simplification and biodiversity loss.
First mapping of global marine wilderness shows just how little remains
Study shows that marine wilderness should now be incorporated into global strategies aimed at conserving biodiversity.
Time is running out in the tropics
A global biodiversity collapse is imminent unless we take urgent, concerted action to reverse species...
