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Why US biologists feel urgency to protect the gentle newtA dramatic decline in Europe's salamander population has motivated the US to halt the import and trade of hundreds of salamander species this year and study the health of amphibian communities around the country for signs of disease.
First LookHow did an Amazonian fish invade a California pond?The latest in a string of invasive species being introduced to natural habitats, pacu fish, a cousin of the piranha, have been found in a Petaluma, Calif., pond.
First LookThailand's Buddhist 'Tiger Temple': Prison or sanctuary?Government officials have cracked down on the 'Tiger Temple' in Thailand over animal trafficking and abuse allegations, which the Buddhist monks who operate the temple deny.
First LookPlease skip the seal selfies, for pups' sake, asks NOAAThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released a statement warning people of the dangers of taking photos with wild animals in an attempt to avoid injury to people or seal pups as the seal birthing season gets underway.
Coral bleaching has killed one-third of parts of Great Barrier ReefScientists' announcement comes just days after the Department of Environment omitted the Great Barrier Reef from a UN report about climate change's effects.
From cookstoves to forests, UN puts eye on mending global environmentA global conference in Nairobi this week put a focus on environmental risks in city streets, farms, and beyond. The challenges to human well-being are big, but some steps already under way point toward solutions.
This is what Donald Trump had to say about climate changeNothing. He didn't mention climate change in a big energy speech, and that points to Republicans' evolving approach to the issue.
First LookWhole Foods serves up venomous lionfish in Florida storesCustomers can help reduce the non-native, invasive species' impact on Florida's coastal waters by eating them, once the poisonous spines have been removed.
Does feeding cattle antibiotics contribute to global warming?Antibiotics, which are now frequently put in livestock food to speed up their growth, may cause increased methane production in cattle manure, according to a study.
An ancient Polish forest is coming down. Why?Poland says a portion of the Bialowieza forest must be logged to curb a bark beetle outbreak but environmentalists disagree.
South Africa legalizes sales of rhino horn: Will this help save rhinos?South Africa recently legalized the domestic trade of rhino horns, inciting passionate responses from the former ban's proponents and opponents alike.
First LookTortoise injured in a forest fire gets a 3D-printed shellThe tortoise is among a slew of animals benefiting from advances in 3D printing technology.
Can drones be used to protect wildlife?Drones can be a valuable resource in wildlife protection efforts, but researchers should also understand the potential negative effects on the animals they are trying to help.
First LookCould biodegradable six-pack rings save the sea turtles?A Florida beverage company has helped invent biodegradable and edible rings that, if used widely, it hopes could reduce the harmful impact of plastics on oceans and wildlife.
The ExplainerOil at a turning point – no, reallyOnce OPEC nations wielded price-shaping clout. But a US fracking boom, the return of Iran to world markets, and global urgency about carbon emissions changed the mind-set for OPEC titan Saudi Arabia.
First LookIn rare win for nature, photo project shows little change at YellowstoneA Yellowstone photographer recreated the first images ever of the region, which helped convince Congress to designate it as the world's first national park.
Lake Mead drops to record low: What's next?Lake Mead's drop to an all-time low is another sign that solutions to the American West's ongoing drought may involve creative approaches to water allocation and conservation.
What discovery of Nile crocodiles could mean for FloridaBiologists in Florida used DNA testing to confirm that three captured crocodiles are members of the aggressive Nile crocodile branch of the family.
Venezuela's collapse prods region toward kicking its oil habitSolar? Geothermal? LNG? For Caribbean and Central American nations, the focus instead has long been on oil and cheap credit from Venezuela. That's changing as they see the risks of oil-dependence.
First LookWhy Hawaii is putting its last wild donkeys up for adoptionUp to 450 donkeys that roamed the island unchecked for nearly 40 years have already found adoptive homes.
