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Birds avoid spotted lanternflies fed on invasive plants

Spotted lanternflies that feed on the tree of heaven are unpalatable to birds

Read Now November 24, 2025
December 16, 2025

Freeze-proof frogs think winter is coming—but is it?

Gray treefrogs stock up on antifreeze when days get shorter, even if climate change keeps temperatures high

December 16, 2025

CITES votes to limit African hornbill trade

Slow-breeding birds face declining populations due to rapidly growing global trade

December 15, 2025

How will ESA rollback impact threatened species?

Proposed changes to the ESA will individualize protections for threatened species

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June 18, 2025

Changes in scavenger populations affect disease transmission

Apex scavengers are decreasing globally as mesoscavengers increase

June 18, 2025

Alligator study flags mercury concerns as EPA backs off

EPA opens comment period on mercury rule rollback as alligator study highlights rising contamination risks in wetlands

June 17, 2025

TWS2024: Dogs are giving heartworm to Galapagos sea lions

Researchers have developed a DNA test to better detect the parasites in blood samples

June 17, 2025

Latin American and Caribbean Working Group celebrates Caribbean Heritage Month

As summer starts, the Latin American and Caribbean Working Group reflects on their accomplishments

June 16, 2025

WSB: Thermal drones help count nesting sea turtles

Technology makes community-based sea turtle monitoring more efficient

June 16, 2025

Flying under the influence?

Birds are consuming alcohol in their diets of fruit and nectar—but in moderation

June 13, 2025

Wildlife Vocalizations: Johny Tzib

Master’s student from Belize describes how mentors helped him succeed in the wildlife profession

June 12, 2025

USFWS seeks comment on endangered species regulations

The Service is asking for public input on how to improve conservation agreements and incidental take permitting

June 11, 2025

Congratulations to TWS’ Leadership Institute Class of 2025!

This year’s class of 10 participants was chosen from a competitive pool of more than 60 applicants