Area of Focus: Biological Diversity

Researchers found greater wellbeing was associated with more diversity

A proposed USFWS policy change would impact the management of biological integrity, diversity and environmental health

Nearly half of species’ populations are declining

The USFWS and others are working with Revive & Restore to preserve genetic material

The Global Biodiversity Observing System would track the effects of climate change on species

The lizard isn’t nocturnal, but it is hard to find

The move will help preserve Arctic lands and wildlife, the Biden administration says

Wildlife managers seek to recreate ancient ecosystem roles

Two studies show the ways that protected areas improve the natural world outside their borders

Pavement and heat-retaining buildings may push higher bird diversity to the greener suburbs