What Animals See in the Stars, and What They Stand to Lose

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Humans aren’t the only species that navigate by starlight. Animals from birds to dung beetles may do it, too — and might become disoriented as our city lights drown out the heavens. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/29/science/animals-starlight-navigation-dacke.html

Important Updates on PFAS

There has been significant activity in the first half of this year regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), or fluorotechnology. PFAS are vital to enabling our lives in the 21st century. PFAS are a large and diverse universe of chemistries that make possible the products that power our lives — the cellphones, tablets and telecommunications […]

Save Our Sharks – Commentary by Captain Alex Cornelissen

Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Sea Shepherd has a long history of protecting sharks. From the cold waters or the Antarctic to the underwater riches of the Galapagos Marine Reserve, our missions bring us into the most remote and pristine environments.  These areas that used to teem with wildlife have now become silent. I remember […]

Illegal Fishing Vessels Intercepted as Peruvian Prosecutors Sail on Sea Shepherd Ship

Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Federal environmental prosecutors and Peruvian Coast Guard sailors intervene against numerous maritime violations during a successful joint operation with conservationists. LIMA, Peru – July 6, 2021 – During a series of joint operations led by the government of Peru, specialized environmental prosecutors on board the Sea Shepherd ship Ocean Warrior encountered and apprehended […]

Celebrating Pride: On bringing your whole self to the effort of protecting the planet

Published by the World Wildlife Fund In recognition of June’s global Pride month events in support of the LGBTQIA+ community, Justine Ammendolia and WWF’s Alex MacLennan talked about the intersection of conservation and their identities. Read the full article at: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WWFStories/~3/LGISUVliHhA/celebrating-pride-on-bringing-your-whole-self-to-the-effort-of-protecting-the-planet

Celebrating Pride: On bringing your whole self to the effort of protecting the planet

Published by the World Wildlife Fund In recognition of June’s global Pride month events in support of the LGBTQIA+ community, Justine Ammendolia and WWF’s Alex MacLennan talked about the intersection of conservation and their identities. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/celebrating-pride-on-bringing-your-whole-self-to-the-effort-of-protecting-the-planet

New tiger sighting in Thailand gives hope for conservation

Published by the World Wildlife Fund After 10 years of tiger monitoring, WWF-Thailand’s tiger conservation team shares the exciting news that their camera caught a female tiger prowling through the forest. Watch their video here! Read the full article at: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WWFStories/~3/NgxFH16TkXQ/new-tiger-sighting-in-thailand-gives-hope-for-conservation

New tiger sighting in Thailand gives hope for conservation

Published by the World Wildlife Fund After 10 years of tiger monitoring, WWF-Thailand’s tiger conservation team shares the exciting news that their camera caught a female tiger prowling through the forest. Watch their video here! Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/new-tiger-sighting-in-thailand-gives-hope-for-conservation

Sea Shepherd featured in Shark Conservation Documentary ‘Fin’ Directed by Eli Roth

Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society LOS ANGELES – June 24, 2021 – A bold new documentary from director Eli Roth and executive producers Leonardo DiCaprio and Nina Dobrev brings light to the urgent plight of sharks around the world. ‘Fin’, which features the work of acclaimed photographer Michael Muller, will be available for streaming on discovery+ starting July […]

3 things you can do to help your local pollinators

Published by the World Wildlife Fund Everyone knows the honey bee, but did you know that there are over 20,000 different species of bee in the world? Here are a few easy things that you can do to help out your local pollinators. Read the full article at: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WWFStories/~3/-tiIH8vlPDg/3-things-you-can-do-to-help-your-local-pollinators

3 things you can do to help your local pollinators

Published by the World Wildlife Fund Everyone knows the honey bee, but did you know that there are over 20,000 different species of bee in the world? Here are a few easy things that you can do to help out your local pollinators. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/3-things-you-can-do-to-help-your-local-pollinators

The Biden Administration Pledge to ‘Lead with Science’ Can’t Stop at PFAS Chemistries

The recent re-introduction of the PFAS Action Act in the U.S. House of Representatives has revived the conversation surrounding the regulation of per- and polyfluorinated substances known as PFAS.  During the 2020 presidential campaign, then-Vice President Joe Biden made a commitment to the American people to lead with “science and truth” as president when considering big decisions on public […]

Humans must learn to coexist with nature

Published by the World Wildlife Fund Human-wildlife conflict, which involves many species of wildlife, is a nuanced and complex issue. We need to address the drivers or root causes of conflicts and associated social dynamics. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/humans-must-learn-to-coexist-with-nature

Two snow leopards successfully collared in Nepal

Published by the World Wildlife Fund The satellite GPS collaring of these big cats brings Nepal’s tally of collared snow leopards to eight and will help researchers learn more about this elusive and vulnerable species. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/two-snow-leopards-successfully-collared-in-nepal

Glacier Blood? Watermelon Snow? Whatever It’s Called, Snow Shouldn’t Be So Red.

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Researchers are starting to investigate the species that drive alpine algal blooms to better understand their causes and effects. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/11/science/watermelon-snow-algae-glacier-blood.html

Sea Shepherd Embarks on Long-Term Conservation Effort to Protect the Dolphins of the Amazon River

Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Conservationists and world-leading scientists initiate a new partnership in defense of the endangered Amazon river dolphins. Manaus, Brazil – June 7, 2021 – Sea Shepherd is launching on a new conservation research campaign in Brazil to protect the dolphins of the Amazon River. The scientific expedition, known as Boto Da Amazônia, was announced by Sea […]

Sea Shepherd Vessel John Paul DeJoria Arrives in Dominica

Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society PORTSMOUTH, Dominica – June 2, 2021 – Sea Shepherd is pleased to announce that one of our vessels, John Paul DeJoria, has arrived in the harbor of Portsmouth, Dominica. The ship and its crew will quarantine for seven days prior to reconnecting with the people of this island nation. Dominica is known […]

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