Bird losses are accelerating across North America, particularly where agriculture is most intensive
Nearly half of the species examined showed significant declines, with losses strongest in the Southern US.
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Fireflies are disappearing, but homeowners can help save them
Habitat loss, the overuse of pesticides and light pollution are among the reason firefly populations are on the decline.
The surprising recovery of once-rare birds
The sandhill crane, merlin and pileated woodpecker are examples of the positive effect of reversing environmental harms.
Florida’s recurring red tides come with ever-increasing costs
Even in years with smaller blooms, the health and financial impacts can be severe.
FAU lands EPA grant to monitor water quality in Lake Okeechobee
The project will focus on understanding how common contaminants change after being released into freshwater environments.
Video: What are bioswales?
This bite-sized video explains how bioswales manage stormwater and filter out pollution.
Rare Florida bat’s survival hinges on urban conservation efforts
The Florida bonneted bat faces challenges such as habitat loss, pesticide use and pollution.
Florida’s monarchs at risk: How we can protect pollinators and preserve our ecosystem
Monarch butterflies are proposed for protections under the Endangered Species Act, but it will take more to save them.
Monarchs may join endangered list, highlighting Florida’s conservation needs
Eastern monarchs migrating through Florida experienced an 80% population decline between the 1980s and 2020.
Trees’ own beneficial microbiome could lead to discovery of new treatments to fight citrus greening disease
Citrus greening – known more formally as Huanglongbing, or HLB – has dealt a massive blow to Florida’s citrus industry.