conservation efforts
Coverage of conservation efforts in the Nexus archive.
- How Do Monarchs Do It?
The article describes the annual migration of monarch butterflies in Mexico's Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, highlighting their survival despite threats like habitat loss, herbicides, and climate change. Recent conservation efforts in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada have led to a two-year population increase, offering hope for their continued migration.
- Head of the Crow State Park adds over 500 more acres of protected land
Head of the Crow State Park has expanded by over 500 acres due to conservation efforts. The addition increases the park's protected land area.
- Apex predators are mounting a comeback across the western U.S.
Apex predators and other top species are making a comeback across the Western United States due to decades of conservation efforts. This resurgence reflects human willpower and changing perspectives on humanity's role in nature.
- Trump to attend opening of Roosevelt library amid overturning conservation efforts
Donald Trump will attend the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, which celebrates Roosevelt's conservation legacy, while his administration has reduced protections from over 86 million acres, according to critics. Roosevelt protected land and established national parks during his presidency.
- Trump to attend opening of Roosevelt library amid overturning conservation efforts
Donald Trump will attend the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, which commemorates Roosevelt's conservation legacy, while his administration has removed protections from over 86 million acres of land. Roosevelt established five national parks and protected land during his presidency, but critics argue Trump's actions contradict this legacy.
- Native Hawaiian brand Waiwaolani opens first Oʻahu store: PHOTOS
Waiwaolani, a Maui-based apparel company focused on Hawai'i's native ecosystems, has opened its first O'ahu retail store at Kahala Mall. The store aims to raise awareness and support conservation efforts.
- Fury erupts as sea lions face 'mass slaughter' across three US states
Public outrage is growing over the mass slaughter of sea lions in three U.S. states, sparking concerns about animal welfare and conservation efforts.
- Heartwarming moment lost elephant calf is reunited with family after researchers track down her missing herd
A lost elephant calf was successfully reunited with her family after researchers tracked down her missing herd. The heartwarming event highlights conservation efforts and the importance of wildlife research.
- Dire wolves brought back from extinction are ready to BREED, biotechnology firm reveals
Dire wolves are being brought back from extinction and are ready to breed, according to a biotechnology firm. This breakthrough has significant implications for conservation efforts. The firm's revelation marks a major milestone in the project.
- How to save the safari
The article discusses the challenges of balancing the interests of local communities, tourists, and wildlife to preserve safari ecosystems. It highlights the complexity of managing resources and priorities among these groups.
- Overestimating outsourced biodiversity loss may misguide policy
A study published in Nature warns that overestimating biodiversity loss caused by outsourcing could lead to flawed environmental policies. The research highlights methodological limitations in current assessments, which may misdirect conservation efforts by failing to account for complex ecological and economic factors.
- 'Discriminatory' National Park fee plan slammed by Democrats turns into conservation win, Burgum says
The U.S. Department of the Interior's plan to charge higher National Park fees for foreign visitors, criticized by Democrats as discriminatory, generated over $2 million in conservation funds in 2026's first quarter. Secretary Doug Burgum defended the policy as fair, citing taxpayer subsidies for parks and emphasizing affordability for American visitors, while Democrats argued it risks visitor retention and privacy.
- Saving gorillas by helping humans
In South West Uganda, mountain gorillas are being protected through initiatives that prioritize human well-being. Conservation efforts focus on balancing human development with wildlife preservation to ensure gorilla survival.