Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology and the University of Kiel have provided experimental evidence ...

For millions of years, a variety of large herbivores, or megafauna, influenced terrestrial ecosystems. Among many others, these included elephants in Europe, giant wombats in Australia, and ground ...

As the researchers note, “A diverse agricultural system can better absorb shocks and maintain productivity, ensuring food security in the face of uncertainty.” A wide range of species present within ...

In a collaborative study led by researchers at the University of Helsinki, analysis of 900 species over a 20-year period showed that biodiversity enhances ecosystem stability and helps safeguard ...

Birds are a barometer of the health of water sources, habitats, and air quality. A notable example is the use of canaries in ...

The well-being benefits of nature are often linked to forests or habitats that support diverse pollinators. Spending time in ...

A new study shows that North American bird communities containing functionally diverse species have changed less under climate change during the past 50 years than functionally simple communities. A ...

From policy to practice, Kenya’s updated biodiversity strategy shows how countries can align national action with the Global ...

Proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act under the Trump administration could significantly alter how wildlife and habitat are protected in Oklahoma, prom ...