Hidden under the ocean’s surface, most of us do not realize that coral reefs represent one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. They are often referred to as the “rainforests of the oceans.” They support an estimated twenty-five … Continue reading
“The challenge is that it’s all about poverty. Also, it’s all about the livelihood. They are using destructive fishing, for example, to eat, to find money, to buy clothes, for their children. That’s one of the challenges.” If the above … Continue reading
Note: This is Rare’s Senior Vice President of Global Programs Paul Butler’s fifth blog post in a series about his recent trip to the Philippines and Indonesia to monitor Rare’s conservation work in the field. You can find his first post here, his second … Continue reading
6 nations across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa experienced record high temperatures this summer (Yale Environment 360) “According to the Weather Underground blog, the hottest undisputed temperatures ever recorded in Asia have occurred during the last two summers, including … Continue reading
20 percent of mammals at risk for extinction (Discovery News) Expanding agriculture and hunting are driving this unprecedented extinction period for mammals. But there is hope: 24 mammal species are improving due to conservation efforts. Never give up hope. Coral … Continue reading
Coral reef winners and losers (Science Mag) “Scientists have just made the job of those trying to save the world’s coral reefs a bit easier. A new map published today pinpoints the reefs that can still be saved—and those that … Continue reading
Note: This blog post originated on RarePlanet, our online community inspiring conservation. It was written by Rare Conservation Fellow Taufiq Hidayat and translated. Locals gather for a heated meeting to discuss MPA violations Earlier this month, a purse seine vessel owned by … Continue reading
“If we lose the Coral Triangle, we lose the most marine biodiversity the world has to offer.” Mike Henley, is an animal keeper and aquarist at the Smithsonian National Zoo’s Invertebrate Exhibit. As a keeper for the last five years, … Continue reading
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“The two factors — thermal history and community composition — were the most important in explaining the variability among the sites in bleaching variability.” If the above embedded video does not display,