Around the World in 15 Cranes
February 24, 2017 —
Renowned crane conservationist George Archibald just returned from a global tour to meet every species of crane in the wild. Here's what he saw.
Conservation
The Endangered Species Act Is Under Attack. But How Much Trouble Is It In?
February 08, 2017 —
Politicians are asking for major changes to the law—and even an outright repeal. Here's how the ESA could take a hit and everything that's at stake.
Hundreds of Former EPA Employees Write Letter to Oppose Scott Pruitt's Nomination
February 07, 2017 —
In a letter, nearly 500 former employees make a convincing case for why Scott Pruitt is unfit to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
New Federal Lead Rule Will Have Hunters and Fishers Looking to Safer Alternatives
February 01, 2017 —
Twenty-five years after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service banned lead shot for waterfowl hunting, the agency is expanding its protections.
On the Ground With the U.S. Navy's Albatross Adoption Agency
January 25, 2017 —
Laysan Albatross stubbornly nest in the same spot year after year—even if it’s next to a U.S. Navy runway in Hawaii. This is the first of three stories about efforts to save them, one egg at a time.
Possible Ivory-Billed Woodpecker Footage Breathes Life Into Extinction Debate
January 25, 2017 —
After searching for hundreds of hours and analyzing new evidence, a scientist has little doubt that the bird still exists. But does the jury agree?
As Feared, Early Reports Indicate the EPA Could Be Gutted
January 24, 2017 —
An agency-wide freeze and a leaked internal memo from the new administration suggest drastic changes for the agency.
Why We Need a Strong EPA
January 17, 2017 —
The Environmental Protection Agency may be a popular political punching bag, but it’s crucial to protecting the health of people and birds. Here’s how.
After a Two-Year Absence, Wood Storks Are Nesting at Corkscrew Swamp Again
January 13, 2017 —
Perfect water conditions drew the birds to their usual Everglades digs. But will they stay for the season?
