Lizards in North America at Risk of Population Decline Due to Deforestation, Climate Change [Study]

Medicine & Technology Mar 06, 2024

Lizards in North America are reportedly at risk and could face severe population decline. Continue reading to learn more.

Amazon Rainforest Could Reach Tipping Point, Collapse by 2050 [Study]

Feb 15, 2024

Amazon Rainforest is at risk of collapse due to "unprecedented stress." Continue reading to learn more.

Google Earth Engine a Game Changer in Satellite Imaging: How Does This Platform Allow Better Monitoring of Deforestation?

Jun 08, 2023

Google Earth Engine is a valuable tool for monitoring deforestation in the Amazon rainforest and other parts of the world, allowing more research capabilities to various institutions. Please find out more about it in this article.

Fruits Can Go Extinct, Too! Here Are 5 of Them

Aug 02, 2022

Some plants turned extinct because of climate change, while others experienced extinction because of deforestation. Read to know more about fruit extinction.

Awa the World's 'Most Endangered Tribe' in Brazil Is Under Threat Due to Deforestation

May 28, 2022

The Awa, a tribe with only a few individuals remaining, is regarded to be the most endangered people due to deforestation. Continue reading to know why.

Deforestation Linked to Increased Storm Frequency in Fast-Growing African Coastal Cities, Doubling Thunderstorms in 30 Years

Jan 05, 2022

A new study examining the late-stage deforestation in Africa that started in 1900 showed that the frequency of afternoon storms has doubled in deforested patches, including coastal areas.

Rapid Evolution Like Flying Insects Losing Wings May Have Been Caused by Deforestation

Aug 15, 2021

A new study showed that seemingly, human-caused deforestation may have led to the rapid insect evolution. It has deprived insects in particular, of their ability to fly.

Amazon Rainforest Can't Hold Carbon Emissions Anymore; Greatest Ally Against Climate Change Now Plays for the Wrong Team

Jul 15, 2021

The Amazon rainforest is now thriving, seemingly giving up its job against climate change, and starting to emit carbon dioxide.

World's Largest Eagles in Danger Due to Over 70% Deforestation, Study Reveals

Jul 05, 2021

A new study recently revealed that the world's largest eagles are struggling to feed offspring in heavily deforested sites of the Amazon.

59M Hectares of Forests Have Regrown Since 2000, Soaking Up 5.9 Gigatons of Carbon Dioxide

May 12, 2021

A new analysis showed that an area of forests the size of France had regrown naturally since 2000. That means it could store up to 5.9 gigatons of carbon emissions.

Global Deforestation Loss Skyrocketed in 2020 Despite Economic Halt Due to Pandemic

Apr 01, 2021

Despite global economic and commodities production halting in 2020 due to the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, global deforestation rates skyrocketed by 12% compared to previous years.

Recycled, Solar-Power Cellphones are Catching Poachers and Illegal Loggers in Forests

Feb 17, 2021

Conservationists use recycled and solar-powered cellphones to catch poaching and illegal logging activities deep in rainforests, hoping to put an end to these activities.

Solution to Climate Crisis: Stop Burning Trees

Feb 14, 2021

More than 500 scientists, including renowned botanists Dr. Peter Raven, sends a letter to world leaders demanding to stop policies and incentives on burning trees as an alternative to fossil fuels.

Anthropogenic Resistance Concept: Human Behavior Affects Wildlife Movement

Feb 01, 2021

A recent study shows the idea of 'Anthropogenic Resistance,' a concept linking human behavior, particularly its effect on the Wildlife Movement.

Scientists Debunk Large-Scale Tree Planting Myths

Jan 26, 2021

Experts propose 10 golden rules for large-scale tree planting projects to maximize carbon sequestration and biodiversity.