Jan 21st, 2010 · The conservationist and author talks about the global impact and the singular personal life of his great-great grandfather, Charles Darwin — a man whose earth-shaking views about nature, biology and faith were greatly influenced by the death of his 10-year-old daughter Annie.
Nov 18th, 2009 · Conservationists worried about overfishing on the Pacific island of Kiribati persuaded fishermen to pick coconuts instead. The strategy backfired: Coconut oil production increased, but so did fishing. It turns out, fishermen who earned more money in coconut agriculture had more leisure time — which they spent fishing.
Sep 14th, 2009 · When completed, the Interoceanic Highway will stretch from Brazil's Atlantic coast to Peru's Pacific ports. It is creating economic opportunities for locals. But conservationists worry about the risks to the Amazon rainforest and its unrivaled biodiversity.
Sep 14th, 2009 · When completed, the Interoceanic Highway will stretch from Brazil's Atlantic coast to Peru's Pacific ports. It is creating economic opportunities for locals. But conservationists worry about the risks to the Amazon rainforest and its unrivaled biodiversity.
May 11th, 2009 · Journalist and author Peter Laufer uncovered The Dangerous World of Butterflies for his new book. He discusses the history of criminality and intrigue that surrounds conservationists and collectors of a icon of innocence.
Jan 26th, 2009 · The Department of Homeland Security has completed 90 percent of its controversial 670-mile border fence. But the barrier is running into opposition from conservationists in far South Texas, where the Nature Conservancy has refused to give up its land.
Nov 28th, 2008 · Many of the world's fish are heading toward commercial extinction. The next one to go could be the majestic Atlantic bluefin tuna. This week, an international committee meant to protect the species approved fishing levels that far exceed what scientists say is sustainable. Conservationists fear the remaining stocks of bluefin tuna in the Western Atlantic and Mediterranean could collapse completely.
Sep 8th, 2008 · Scientists and conservationists have struggled to develop plans to protect Louisiana wetlands since hurricanes plowed through three years ago. But so far, there has been a lot of talk and little action. As scientists head out to assess the latest damage from the most recent hurricane, they say the urgency has never been greater to rebuild the wetlands while there's still time.