Area of Focus: Habitat Ecology

December 12, 2024

Trail cameras detect species better than soil eDNA  

But environmental DNA can sometimes catch things that cameras missed

December 11, 2024

JWM: How managing moose can stop wolf control in caribou ranges

Reducing moose numbers keeps wolf populations at a sustainable level for caribou conservation

December 9, 2024

The state of lions, leopards and hyenas in Uganda 

Lions are struggling in the country, while spotted hyena numbers are high

December 6, 2024

Grassland conservation benefits American burying beetle 

Presence of the beetle can help managers and researchers gauge the overall health of an ecosystem

November 27, 2024

JWM: Bison, burns and birds  

Reintroducing bison and prescribing fires can benefit grassland bird species

November 22, 2024

Wildlife experts use drones to deter predators  

To protect humans and livestock, scientists in the western U.S. find drones are an effective, nonlethal hazing method for grizzly bears

November 21, 2024

Mountain lions change timing of activity in response to recreation

In the greater LA area, mountain lions are becoming more active at night to avoid people

November 20, 2024

Changing sea ice injures polar bear feet 

As climate warms, polar bears are facing more injuries

November 18, 2024

Avian flu contributes to elephant seal declines 

More than 17,000 elephant seals have died following the initial outbreak of H5N1

November 8, 2024

Social media can boost caracal conservation 

Social media boosted conservation of a wild cat in Africa