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Nature, Published online: 05 May 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01441-8 Legal rights for insects: a global imperative for stingless-bee conservation

Appeal launched to buy Nottinghamshire cottage, where tree was planted in 19th century, and turn it into heritage centre Campaigners have launched an appeal to try to save for the nation the mother tree of perhaps the most popular cooking apple in the world. The original bramley apple tree , which grows in the garden of a cottage in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, is for sale, with the cottage put on…

It is well known that biological invasions can be severely harmful to native biodiversity - preventing the damage they cause is a global conservation priority. A new University of Bristol study highlights a different type of impact that they cause - the often-overlooked animal welfare consequences of biological invasions. The research, published in Nature Communications today [5 May], reveals t…

Crowds in recent years have damaged trails, trampled plants and clogged rural roads at Burney Falls.

Somewhere in the naming of animals, science and theology have always made uneasy company. The Old Testament hands Adam his first job: go through every creature and give it a name. Taxonomy, in other words, is possibly the oldest human profession. Peter Huemer, a moth researcher at the Tyrolean State Museum in Innsbruck, seems to reckon it’s also one of the most urgent. His newest contribution to …

This Collection welcomes original research that integrates genomics, ecology, and conservation planning.

The feline’s population has declined by more than 95% due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and retaliatory killings

The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) has officially opened applications for its Elephant Conservation and Research Funding Support Program 2027, offering critical financial support to projects dedicated to protecting elephants, preserving their habitats, and supporting the communities that coexist with them. This funding opportunity is a major initiative for conservationists, researchers, …

Exclusive: Minister says proposals show government’s ambition, as it faces unprecedented pressure from Greens UK politics live – latest updates Tree nurseries could be built at prisons and military ranges could be turned into heathland or peat bogs as part of an ambitious plan to make government land more nature-friendly, the environment secretary has said. Speaking ahead of elections this week i…

Research points to alarming species decline, habitat degradation, and deeper ecological stress in India’s Western Ghats

Australia’s biobanks store everything from seeds of native plants to the cells and tissue of threatened animal species In the mudflats of Swan Bay, Victoria, royal spoonbills sweep their paddle-shaped bills through shallow water. Nearby, under the grass-covered roof of the Queenscliff marine research centre, a team of scientists from Deakin University are trying to bring the ecosystems those bird…

If you are passionate about environmental sustainability, wildlife conservation, and community development, the Conservation Futures Internship 2026 offers a rare and transformative opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of Africa’s most important ecological landscapes. Organized by Conservation International in partnership with Arizona State University, this immersive internship combines…

Community-based conservation is at the heart of modern conservation – but often misunderstood, poorly applied, or difficult to break into. In this free live training, you’ll learn how conservationists work with communities to create real, lasting impact – and how you can do the same. In this free live training, you will: Understand what community-based

From a magical stretch of the California coast to 50,000 acres in Montana, conservationists are still finding ways to set aside land for protection. The post 8 Victories That Give Hope in the Fight to Protect Public Lands appeared first on Outside Online .

The urgency of ocean conservation has never been greater—and neither has the power of storytelling. Recognizing the influence of digital creators in shaping public opinion and mobilizing communities, FutureSwell has launched its inaugural Creator Lab 2026, an 8-week virtual accelerator designed to equip ocean-focused creators with the tools, mentorship, and strategic clarity needed to drive […] T…

The two female Northern white rhinos keeping the species alive The post When a Species’ Survival Hinges on Every Single Embryo appeared first on Nautilus .

Prof Amy Dickman, Prof Adam Hart, Dr Dan Challender and Dr Dilys Roe say trophy hunting benefits lions and many other species by conserving more land in Africa than national parks do The reason that trophy hunting bans have repeatedly stalled in parliament ( Letters, 26 April ) is because they are misinformed, hypocritical, ignore the rights and welfare of local communities, and would harm, not h…

Acclaimed primatologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall (1934-2025) reflects on a lifetime of conservation during her final trip to Africa. The post Watch Jane Goodall Reflect on a Lifetime in the Wild During Her Final Journey to Africa appeared first on Outside Online .

The Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI) is proud to announce funding awards to eight projects to Indigenous partners advancing Indigenous-led Climate Smart Forestry (CSF) in Canada. Building on the momentum of the first round of funding, SFI has committed 2 million in funding to support Indigenous-led CSF projects as they implement innovative strategies that strengthen forest resilience, reduc…