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Mid-America Transplant Begins Drone Blood Sample Deliveries

Organ procurement organization first in nation to use drones for donor blood transport

Avian Reconditioning Center Helps Injured Birds of Prey in Apopka

The nonprofit facility rehabilitates and releases raptors, while also educating the public about these important indicator species.

Antidepressant Pollution Disrupts Learning in Male Fish

New study finds common medication in waterways impairs cognitive abilities in male fish only

Federal Court Rules Forest Service Plan Violates Endangered Species Act

Judge finds flaws in analysis used to create 2023 Nantahala-Pisgah Forest Management Plan

New York Invests $25M in Farm Climate Resilience Projects

Funding supports sustainability, soil health, and emissions reduction on over 130 farms across the state.

White Terns Thrive in Honolulu's Urban Landscape

Native seabird population surges 50% in past decade, defying fate of other Hawaiian birds

Honolulu's Concrete Jungle Welcomes Thriving Seabird Colony

White tern population surges over 50% in urban Oahu as species adapts to city life.

White Terns Thrive in Honolulu's Urban Landscape

Native seabird population soars in Hawaii's largest city, defying fate of other indigenous birds.

Juvenile Whale Swims Up Willapa River in Southwest Washington

The unexpected appearance of the whale in the freshwater river has drawn crowds of spectators.

Estero Grapples with Balancing Development and Environmental Stability

East Corkscrew Road expansion raises concerns over wetland loss, flooding, and water quality issues

Salt Lake City Sees Steady Drop in Emissions

Declining levels of major pollutants point to progress on air quality

Research Finds Sheep Grazing Benefits Bees in Montana

Sheep grazing helps create nesting sites for solitary bees, according to a Montana State University study.

40 Animal Species Granted UN International Protection

Snowy owls, cheetahs, and hammerhead sharks among the newly protected species.

China's Air Pollution Crackdown Unleashes Hidden Global Warming

Cutting aerosols reveals the full force of greenhouse gas warming, contributing to rapid Arctic ice melt.

Decades-Old Canned Salmon Reveals Surprising Signs of Ocean Recovery

Researchers find rising parasite levels in some salmon species, suggesting a healthier marine ecosystem over time.

New Planet Classroom Episode Examines Ocean Justice and Net-Zero Accountability

Coastal communities in Mauritius showcase climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation, and equitable net-zero implementation.

Aquatic Robot Boosts Species Monitoring, Hydropower

eDNA-bot collects, processes, and analyzes environmental DNA samples in real-time

Federal Judge Approves Nevada Lithium Mine Despite Conservationists' Concerns for Rare Wildflower

The $2 billion Rhyolite Ridge Lithium/Boron Mine Project will move forward despite worries about its impact on the endangered Tiehm's buckwheat.

Thawing Permafrost Could Accelerate Climate Change

New lab experiments show dramatic increase in gas permeability as Arctic soils warm, raising concerns about amplified greenhouse gas emissions.

Federal Judge Approves Nevada Lithium Mine Despite Conservationists' Concerns

The $2 billion Rhyolite Ridge Lithium/Boron Mine Project aims to produce materials for electric vehicle batteries and other products.

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