The largest global coral reef assessment finds that average hard coral cover has declined 9.5% relative to a three-decade reference period spanning 1980-2009.
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Are the ‘Worst Energy Policy in the World,’ Researchers Say
The authors write that governments reach for fuel subsidies, then find them difficult to remove because consumers are very attuned to the price of gasoline.
The authors write that governments reach for fuel subsidies, then find them difficult to remove because consumers are very attuned to the price of gasoline.
Earth Life Support Systems Are Flashing Red, Warns 2026 Planetary Health Check
planetary boundaries — vital for preserving the safe operating space for humanity — are transgressed and heading further into the danger zone.
planetary boundaries — vital for preserving the safe operating space for humanity — are transgressed and heading further into the danger zone.
Agency Says Sea Turtle Eggs Laid on California Beaches Are a First for the US West Coast
Olive ridley turtles are the smallest of sea turtles, with adults weighing up to 100 pounds (45.3 kilograms).
Olive ridley turtles are the smallest of sea turtles, with adults weighing up to 100 pounds (45.3 kilograms).
Reptiles, Gold and Money: How Australia Is Cracking Down on Wildlife Trafficking
In Australia in May 2026, Yang Zeng, a 28-year-old Chinese national who was unlawfully in the country, was sentenced to two and a half years in prison.
In Australia in May 2026, Yang Zeng, a 28-year-old Chinese national who was unlawfully in the country, was sentenced to two and a half years in prison.
Cigarette Butts Make up 12% of Aquatic Litter, Global Review Finds
Cigarette butts account for roughly 12% of the litter found in rivers, lakes and beaches surveyed for a recent global review.
Cigarette butts account for roughly 12% of the litter found in rivers, lakes and beaches surveyed for a recent global review.
Tourism Has the Potential to Reverse Coral Decline at Bali Travel Hotspot: Study
A new study in Bali found that coral reefs continue to decline at one of the island’s major tourism hubs, despite multiple efforts to rehabilitate them.
A new study in Bali found that coral reefs continue to decline at one of the island’s major tourism hubs, despite multiple efforts to rehabilitate them.
46% of Wild-Caught Fish Could Be Fed to Farmed Fish and Shrimp by 2040, Says Report
A new report from U.K.-based NGO the Changing Markets Foundation lays out several scenarios for the aquaculture sector’s expansion between now and 2040.
A new report from U.K.-based NGO the Changing Markets Foundation lays out several scenarios for the aquaculture sector’s expansion between now and 2040.
‘How Did You Come to Be Here?’ Study Digs Into Origins of Zambian Wildlife Crime
The man in the Zambian prison recalled how he ended up there.
The man in the Zambian prison recalled how he ended up there.
‘You Belong with Me’: Taylor Swift Has a New Genus of Bug Named After Her
Scientists named a new Australian plant bug genus Swiftiephylus after Taylor Swift and several of her albums.
Scientists named a new Australian plant bug genus Swiftiephylus after Taylor Swift and several of her albums.
Rooftop Rainwater Sprinkler Systems Could Help Cool Warming Cities, Study Says
Researchers have designed a model to simulate how widely distributed rooftop rainwater collection tanks combined with smart rooftop sprinkler systems could help moderate urban heat island effects.
Researchers have designed a model to simulate how widely distributed rooftop rainwater collection tanks combined with smart rooftop sprinkler systems could help moderate urban heat island effects.
Exotic Pet Trade Poses Rising Zoonotic Disease Risks in India
In India, the exotic pet trade is increasing the risk of zoonotic disease spillovers, as close contact with imported wild animals creates repeated opportunities for dangerous pathogens to jump to humans and vice versa.
In India, the exotic pet trade is increasing the risk of zoonotic disease spillovers, as close contact with imported wild animals creates repeated opportunities for dangerous pathogens to jump to humans and vice versa.
EU Plans New Firefighting Fleet After Deadly Summer Heat Wave
The EU plans a new heatwave strategy and firefighting aircraft fleet after extreme heat and wildfires devastated parts of Europe.
The EU plans a new heatwave strategy and firefighting aircraft fleet after extreme heat and wildfires devastated parts of Europe.
Marine Heatwave Likely Caused Sharp Decline in Hawaiian Humpback Whales, Study Finds
A marine heatwave coincided with a 37% decline in Hawaiian humpback whales, with the population still recovering.
A marine heatwave coincided with a 37% decline in Hawaiian humpback whales, with the population still recovering.
Kathmandu Resolution Calls for Asia-Wide Leadership on Conservation (Commentary)
The Kathmandu Resolution urges stronger Asia-wide leadership and cooperation to protect biodiversity, ecosystems and communities.
The Kathmandu Resolution urges stronger Asia-wide leadership and cooperation to protect biodiversity, ecosystems and communities.
Court Rules Residents of a US City Don’t Have a Constitutional Right to Lead-Free Water
The plaintiffs alleged that several of their children have been diagnosed with lead poisoning and now require special educational, medical, sociological, occupational and disability services.
The plaintiffs alleged that several of their children have been diagnosed with lead poisoning and now require special educational, medical, sociological, occupational and disability services.