Ecosystem Preservation

Removal of huarango trees to make way for agriculture may have been root cause of the Nazca people's disappearance. This keystone species tree is now returning to Peru.

Nov 11, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

One of the ginseng species used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, this herb is a target for poachers who may wipe out the wild species and reduce wild-simulated harvests.

Oct 28, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Climate change models predict drought conditions in the northern hemisphere but a Canadian study shows that the presence of beaver may reduce impact of rainfall reduction

Oct 16, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

The conservation community may be overusing the term keystone species to emphasize the importance of individual species when interdependence may be more common in nature.

Oct 8, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Ban on krill fishing affects coastal Pacific Ocean from California to Washington. Ecosystem management decision supported by fisheries, scientists and environmentalists.

Sep 17, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Massachusetts Audubon sanctuary and local livestock farm cooperate on an ecologically friendly pilot grazing program to enhance grassland wildlife habitat on Cape Cod.

Aug 5, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Civil unrest in Mozambique helped prevent exploitation of Mount Mabu, which was discovered using Google Earth satellite imagery. Protection needed for its biodiversity.

Jul 21, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Designation of fourth largest MPA protects a South African biodiversity hotspot, which is home to seals, whales and seabirds, from illegal fisheries and other threats

Jul 1, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Unique ground up approach has meant local citizens benefit from presence of Band-e-Amir National Park's natural beauty and aid efforts to make it a World Heritage site.

Jun 24, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Climate Change: Act and Adapt is theme for the 2009 Green Week Conference, with sessions emphasizing EU climate policy and a vision of a carbon free society by 2050.

Jun 15, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

A recent review of research papers indicates some human impacted environments may quickly return to their pre-impact state. But are there biases in the papers reviewed?

Jun 1, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Brownsville, Texas, home to many rare species, has already been hit hard by the economic downturn. USA Mexico border wall is one more threat to local wildlife sanctuary.

Apr 28, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Barbara's Bakery takes its decade long support of the National Wildlife Refuge Association to another level by encouraging people to visit NWRs and share their experience

Apr 24, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Promoting the Maya nut, once a dietary staple in Central America and Mexico, as a food and income source for women and key ecosystem component is Equilibrium Fund's goal.

Apr 21, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

First proposed at the Rio Summit, World Oceans Day is a celebration to raise awareness of marine ecosystem damage and ways of restoring the health of the earth's seas.

Apr 17, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Money raised from stamp sales is used for the purchase of critical wetlands for migratory waterfowl and other animals. Annual duck stamp art contest determines design.

Mar 20, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

The Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program teaches schoolchildren about the importance of wetlands conservation to birds and humans.

Mar 18, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Earth Day is about protecting the planet and restoring the environment. Three activities that enhance habitat and sustainability for wildlife on the land and the ocean.

Mar 9, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Unsure what fish to buy? Look for the Marine Stewardship Council label. The Council supports sustainable fisheries around the world and helps consumers stay eco-friendly.

Feb 25, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Habitat conservation, water resource protection and public awareness programmes key to Friends of Nature's work combating environmental threats in biodiversity rich Nepal

Feb 4, 2009 - Dawn M. Smith

Unique community based organization coordinates the activities of the many groups interested in improving the river and enhancing the greenway along its shores.

Dec 30, 2008 - Dawn M. Smith

Teaching children about the harm plastic debris does to wildlife in the sea and giving them ways to reduce that impact is the goal of this year's Animal Action campaign.

Oct 6, 2008 - Dawn M. Smith

Rebecca Hosking's trip to Midway resulted in the first plastic bag free town in the UK. Other towns around the world are following suit to help save marine wildlife.

Oct 3, 2008 - Dawn M. Smith

President Bharrat Jagdeo is willing to exchange supervision of environmentally sound rainforest usage for economic incentives to help Guyana's impoverished people.

Sep 15, 2008 - Dawn M. Smith

Leasing rainforests for conservation purposes is an alternative to national parks and reserves that provides benefits to local economies and helps combat climate change.

Sep 12, 2008 - Dawn M. Smith