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What began as a teenage adventure through the Amazon’s muddy roads and winding rivers would eventually reshape how Brazil thinks about forest conservation. Virgilio Viana was just 16 when he first ventured deep into the rainforest with two friends, traveling…
At the UN Climate Change Conference COP30 in Brazil, Suriname is making waves with a bold proposition: countries that protect their forests should receive financial compensation for their environmental stewardship. President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, who took office in July, is leading…
In the vast archives of the California Academy of Sciences, Christopher C. Grinter oversees millions of preserved insects—from tiny moths no bigger than a pinky nail to spectacular butterflies with wingspans that could cover your palm. As Senior Collection Manager…
Turkey wins diplomatic deal to host 2026 UN climate summit after Australia drops three-year campaign for Adelaide venue. Meanwhile, Nazi-era bombs dumped in Baltic Sea have transformed into thriving artificial ecosystems off Germany's coast, surprising marine researchers.
In a stunning display of nature’s dark side, scientists have discovered that certain parasitic ant species have mastered the art of hostile takeovers through chemical manipulation and deadly deception. Recent research reveals how queens of two ant species—Lasius orientalis and…
Marine researchers have made a fascinating discovery in the Bay of Lübeck, where thousands of World War II munitions dumped decades ago have transformed into thriving artificial reefs. Scientists found that Nazi-era bombs, torpedo heads, and naval mines scattered across…
For nearly four decades, primatologist Patricia Wright has been Madagascar’s fiercest advocate, transforming how the world understands and protects one of Earth’s most unique ecosystems. Since arriving on the island in 1986, Wright has made groundbreaking discoveries that reshaped conservation…
In one of conservation’s most inspiring success stories, the stunning Bali starling has soared back from the edge of extinction thanks to the dedicated efforts of Indigenous communities who embraced traditional protection methods where modern conservation had failed. The beautiful…
Mongabay contributing editor Malavika Vyawahare has been recognized with a 2025 SEAL Award for her outstanding environmental journalism, joining an elite group of reporters celebrated for their ability to navigate and communicate complex climate and environmental issues to the public.…
The magnificent peregrine falcon, once teetering on the brink of extinction, now faces a new threat as Canada and the United States propose reducing international trade protections for these remarkable birds of prey. Scientists are raising alarm bells about the…
