Wildfires can often be viewed as short-term disasters, but their impacts can linger for years, particularly in the rivers and streams downstream of burned landscapes.
Wildfires are devastating the fragile Andean ecosystems of Peru. A new study reveals the extreme vulnerability of the Arequipa shrublands to these blazes, with severe soil degradation hindering ecosystem recovery and threatening crucial water sources in this arid region.
The WWF's Living Planet Report 2024 highlights global wildlife decline, revealing a 73% average decrease in monitored populations over the past 50 years.
Recent research has revealed a concerning trend in the world’s rivers and lakes, revealing that a dangerous combination of warming water temperatures and nutrient overload is a serious threat to freshwater ecosystems.
From urbanisation to climate change, the welfare of wildlife populations is increasingly under threat. Open Access Government provides an overview of the challenges and opportunities associated with wildlife conservation in Europe.
Fort Nelson, British Columbia, is under severe threat from the out-of-control Parker Lake wildfire, which has forced thousands of residents to evacuate.
As Canada emerges from a winter marked by unusually warm temperatures and little snowfall, the government is gearing up for what could be another intense wildfire season.
A recent study highlights the difficulties polar bears are fighting as their icy habitats diminish. The findings highlighted an ongoing issue as ice-free seasons grow longer due to climate change, polar bears are increasingly at risk of starvation.
In the last few decades, honey yields in the United States have steadily declined since the 1990s, leaving honey producers and scientists looking for answers.
A recent study conducted by researchers from McGill University, in collaboration with scientists from Spain, Mexico, Portugal, Denmark, Australia, South Africa, and various Canadian universities, explores the significance of temperature in determining the current habitats of animal species.
The discovery of 27 avian footprints along the southern coast of Australia, originating from the Early Cretaceous period when Australia was linked to Antarctica, provides a new perspective on the early evolution of birds and potential migratory patterns.
Woodland birds in the UK are experiencing a sharp decrease in their numbers, and unless the government takes action, some species could face the threat of extinction.
