Oct 28, 2009
American Ginseng Poaching in US National Parks: Illegal Harvest Threatens North American Medicinal Plant Used in TCM
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 26, 2009
Update on Orphan Rhino Reintroduction in India: Endangered Rhinoceros Released in Manas National Park, Assam
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 21, 2009
Growing Need for Better Whale Shark Conservation: Popular Dive Tour Species Has Habitat, Fisheries and Aquarium Issues
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 16, 2009
Beavers May Help Mitigate Climate Change Effects: A Canadian National Park's Wetlands were Healthier During Drought
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 8, 2009
The Environmental Role of Keystone Species: Does Ecosystem Balance Always Depend on One Definitive Organism?
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 3, 2009
What is the AZA Species Survival Plan Program? Cooperative Endangered Species Captive Breeding and Management Plans
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 2, 2009
Eastern American Burying Beetle Reintroduction: A Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Project in New England
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 24, 2009
Wandering Albatross Forages Using Sense of Smell: GPS Tracking Indicates Scent Markers Important to Open Ocean Feeding
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 17, 2009
US Federal Ban on Krill Fishing in Pacific: NOAA Protects Ocean Food Source for Marine Mammals, Birds and Fish
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 9, 2009
European Union Shark Conservation Action Plan: Shark Finning, Sustainable Fisheries and Bycatch Problems Addressed
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 4, 2009
Cameras Capture Secret Life of Peregrine Falcons: Montana Research Facility Monitors Endangered Raptors on the Nest
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 28, 2009
Reintroduction of the Smooth Snake in the UK: Heathland Restoration Aids Expansion of Rare Reptile Population
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 24, 2009
Pacific Islands Responsible Whale Watching Pact: Twenty-five Countries Endorse Regional Marine Mammal Viewing Code
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 10, 2009
Will Last Galapagos Giant Tortoise Reproduce? Lonesome George Mates Again as Home Island of Pinta is Restored
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 5, 2009
Mass Audubon Tests Management Intensive Grazing: Livestock Helps Improve Habitat at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 28, 2009
Study of Impacts of Swim With Wild Dolphin Tours: Disturbance to Resting Marine Mammals May be Affecting Populations
In: Wildlife Preservation (general)
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 21, 2009
Using Google Earth to Find New Wildlife Habitat: Scientists Now Exploring the Largest Rainforest in Southern Africa
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 16, 2009
Critically Endangered Spoon-billed Sandpipers: Limited Breeding Habitat May Hinder Recovery of Shorebird Species
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 7, 2009
Whales May Suffer From Decompression Sickness: Study Provides Clues to How Navy Sonar Affects Rare Beaked Whales
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 1, 2009
South Africa's Newest Marine Protected Area: Prince Edward Islands is the First Southern Ocean Off-shore Reserve
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 29, 2009
Afghanistan Lists Threatened Wildlife Species: Hunting and Harvesting Ban Affects Afghani Animals, Birds and Plants
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 24, 2009
Afghanistan Announces First National Park: Despite Ongoing Conflict Afghans Support Environmental Protection
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 15, 2009
Ninth Annual European Union Green Week Conference: Brussels Meeting in Late June Features Live Web Streaming Video
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 9, 2009
Whale Communication Aids Conservation Efforts: Singing Right & Blue Whales Found Using Underwater Sound Monitoring
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 1, 2009
Ecosystem Recovery Review Suggests Optimism: Damaged Environments May Heal More Rapidly Than Originally Thought
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
May 29, 2009
Endangered Monk Seal and Condor Gunshot Victims: Incidents Highlight Frustration With Wildlife Protection Efforts
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
May 26, 2009
The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation: Protecting Little Understood Keystone Species and Their Ecosystems
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
May 20, 2009
Bivalve Shells Buffer Ocean Acidification: Casco Bay Study Suggests Way to Counteract Clam Population Losses
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
May 14, 2009
Avian Migration Radar Detectors Have Many Uses: Wind Farm Planning & Lower Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard Applications
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
May 6, 2009
More Rare Irrawaddy River Dolphins in Bangladesh: Endangered Asian Dolphin Species Gets Critical Population Boost
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Apr 28, 2009
Border Wall & Recession Threaten Sabal Palm: Texas Audubon Works to Protect Endangered Plant & Animal Sanctuary
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Apr 24, 2009
Families Gone Wild Alaskan Refuge Trip Contest: Barbara’s Bakery Sponsors National Wildlife Refuge Tour Sweepstakes
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Apr 21, 2009
The Maya Nut Tree and Rainforest Conservation: Equilibrium Fund Empowers Local Women and Protects Their Environment
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Apr 17, 2009
Celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8, 2009: Recognizing Link Between Earth’s Health and Condition of the Oceans
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Apr 9, 2009
Update on Bee Colony Collapse Disorder: Pesticides, Monoculture, Parasites and Viruses All Have Roles in CCD
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 31, 2009
Advances in Wildlife Tracking Methods: Crittercams and Cell Phones Now Used to Track Free Ranging Animals
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 27, 2009
Saving the Critically Endangered Amur Leopard: Captive Breeding may Aid Big Cat Subspecies Found Only in Russia
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 20, 2009
Federal Duck Stamps Raise Millions for Wetlands: Wildlife Refuges Aided by Hunters, Conservationists and Collectors
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 19, 2009
Russia's One Year Ban on Harp Seal Pup Hunt: Canada Unlikely to Follow Suit Despite International Pressure
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 18, 2009
2009 Junior Duck Stamp Contest Held on Earth Day: Student Artwork Raises Money for Wetland Conservation and Education
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 17, 2009
Gray Wolves Partly Removed From Endangered List: Controversial Decision Reopens Debate On Predator Species Management
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 9, 2009
Three Wildlife Conservation Ideas for Earth Day: Ways to Include Wild Animals and Their Habitats in the Celebration
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 4, 2009
What is the US Fish and Wildlife Service? American Agency Charged With Management of Many Wildlife Species
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 4, 2009
Last Known Jaguar in United States is Dead: Sixteen Year Old Big Cat, Macho B, Was Suffering From Kidney Failure
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Mar 2, 2009
The Pros and Cons of Swim with Manatee Tours: Marine Mammal Education and Respect or Wildlife Harassment and Abuse
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Feb 25, 2009
Marine Stewardship Council Fishery Certification: A Valuable Tool for the Environmentally Conscious Seafood Consumer
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Feb 10, 2009
Endangered Snow Leopard Numbers Continue to Fall: Poaching for Pelts, Conflict with Humans and Habitat Loss Threaten
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Feb 9, 2009
Demoiselle Crane Conservation in Annapurna: Using Education to Reverse Nepal’s Migratory Bird Population Decline
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Feb 3, 2009
Friends of Nature Protects Nepal's Biodiversity: Encouraging Endangered Species Conservation and Sustainable Use
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 30, 2009
Why the Florida Manatee is at Risk of Extinction: Multiple Threats are Preventing Significant Growth in the Population
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 29, 2009
What 2009 Florida Manatee Survey Results Mean: Despite Record Numbers Seen Species Population Trend is Not Clear
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 28, 2009
Economic Downturn Hits NY Zoos and Aquariums: Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium and Many Small Nature Centers Affected
In: Wildlife Preservation (general)
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 26, 2009
Owl Conservation Awareness Camp in Nepal: Students in Kathmandu Learn About Threats to Native Raptor Species
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 23, 2009
Using FishPhone to Find Eco-friendly Seafood: Green Fish Choices and Health Advisory Information Via Cell Phone
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 16, 2009
Free Endangered Species Ringtones and Wallpaper: Center for Biological Diversity Offers Unique Wildlife Phone Sounds
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 13, 2009
Bat Friendly Gardens Help Threatened Species: A Wide Variety of Plants Provide a Healthy Ecosystem for Wildlife
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 9, 2009
More Evidence of Light Pollution Harm to Animals: Artificial Outdoor Light Negatively Affects Many Wildlife Species
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jan 5, 2009
Research Confirms Bonobo Hunt Other Primates: Endangered Great Apes Seen Killing and Eating Monkey Species
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Dec 30, 2008
Partnership to Save Polluted New York City River: Bronx River Alliance Restoring the City’s Only Freshwater River
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Dec 23, 2008
Bronx River Beaver is the First in 200 Years: Restored Waterway is Now Healthy Habitat for Dam Building Mammal
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Dec 18, 2008
Caspian Seal is Now an Endangered Species: Marine Mammal Population Collapse is the Result of Many Factors
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Dec 17, 2008
Hawaiian Monk Seal Critical Habitat Controversy: Mixed Reaction to Planned Inclusion of Main Island Beaches and Ocean
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Dec 2, 2008
Protecting Australia's Flatback Sea Turtle: Local Marine Turtle Species Benefits From Shared Nesting Beaches
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Nov 21, 2008
Bronx Zoo Goes Green For the Holidays: Exchanging the Traditional Light Show for Daytime Winter Activities
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Nov 17, 2008
How to See More Wildlife: Tips to Enhance the Experience of Watching Wild Animals
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Nov 12, 2008
The Facts About Wolf Management in Alaska: Subsistence Hunt, Moose Management and Aerial Hunt Issues Explained
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Nov 5, 2008
Choosing an Adopt A Wild Animal Christmas Gift: Deciding Between Wildlife Organizations Offering Adoption Packages
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 29, 2008
Lowland Gorilla Population Numbers Questioned: Concerns Expressed About Counting Methods Used in Recent Survey
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 21, 2008
EBay Bans Global Internet Ivory Sales: IFAW Investigation Showed Significant Illegal Wildlife Web Trade
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 20, 2008
South American River Dolphin Census Results: Freshwater Dolphins Counted in Thirteen Rivers in Five Countries
In: Wildlife Preservation (general)
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 15, 2008
Turtle Islands Heritage Protected Area: Malaysian and The Philippines Work Together to Save Marine Turtles
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 15, 2008
The Rescue of Dennis the Manatee: Apparently Seamless Effort Was the Result of Many Days’ Preparation
In: Wildlife Preservation (general)
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 9, 2008
Cape May Bird Observatory Research Programs: Promoting Avian Conservation Through Research and Public Education
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 6, 2008
Beneath the Waves- Protecting Marine Wildlife: IFAW’s Animal Action Week Focuses on Impacts of Plastic in the Ocean
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 3, 2008
Modbury UK Leads Campaign to be Plastic Bag Free: One Woman’s Experience With Marine Debris Sparks A Growing Movement
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Oct 1, 2008
The Endangered Ganges River Dolphin: Pollution, Hunting and Habitat Loss Harm Indian Freshwater Cetacean
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 23, 2008
Elephant Management in Namibia: Balancing Rural Development With Protection of African Wildlife
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 19, 2008
Ivory Sales to China Approved by CITES: Potential Increase in Elephant Poaching and Illegal Trade is Concern
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 15, 2008
Guyana's Rainforest Supervision Proposal: Put the Country’s Rainforest Land Under International Management
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 12, 2008
Rainforest Conservation Concessions: Protecting Biodiversity and Providing Income to Developing Countries
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 8, 2008
Elephant Rehabilitation in Sri Lanka: Elephant Transit Home Returns Endangered Asian Elephants to the Wild
In: Wildlife Rescue & Rehab
By: Dawn M. Smith
Sep 4, 2008
Arboreal Gibbons Harmed by Deforestation: Asian Small Primates Lose Habitat and Food as Rainforests Disappear
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 27, 2008
Botulism Kills Laysan Ducks on Midway: Hawaiian Atoll Staff Works to Reduce Losses of Rare Bird Species
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 22, 2008
Gibbon Rehabilitation in Indonesia: Kalaweit Gibbon and Siamang Conservation Program Saves Rare Primates
In: Wildlife Rescue & Rehab
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 19, 2008
Is The Lesser Long-Nosed Bat Endangered? New Colonies Discovered But Border Wall and Migration Pose Hazards
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 11, 2008
Book Review: The Snake Charmer: Jamie James’ Compelling Biography of Herpetologist Joe Slowinski
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 7, 2008
The Restoration of Florida's Everglades: National Park Wetlands Shrunken, Polluted And Host to Exotic Species
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 5, 2008
Saving South America's Pantanal: Climate Change and Development Harm Globally Important Wetlands
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Aug 4, 2008
When Not to Feed Wildlife, And Why: Common Mistakes Made When Trying to Help Wild Animals
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 29, 2008
Extinction For The Greater Bamboo Lemur? Habitat Loss and Specialized Diet Restrict This Endangered Species
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 24, 2008
ICTE's Madagascar Conservation Programs: Tropical Rainforest Ecosystem Research, Education and Protection
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 20, 2008
Black Crested Gibbons Are All Endangered: The Number of Species Is Debated But The Declines Are Not
In: Wildlife Preservation (general)
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 19, 2008
The Top 25 Most Endangered Primates: Latest List Highlights The Need to Protect the World’s Rainforests
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 16, 2008
Javan Gibbon Is Critically Endangered: Pet Trade and Habitat Loss Biggest Threats to Indonesia’s Primates
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 14, 2008
Endangered Gibbon Released in India: Rare Hoolock Gibbon Successfully Rehabilitated and Returned to Wild
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 9, 2008
Endangered Red-Legged Frog in California: Mark Twain’s Celebrated Jumping Frog Now Gone From Much of Its Range
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 8, 2008
Do Reserves Protect Biodiversity? When Conservation of Natural Areas Draws People Wildlife May Suffer
In: Ecosystem Preservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jul 2, 2008
Peregrine Falcons and Chemicals: Harm From DDT in Rural Populations and PBDEs in Urban Birds of Prey
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 30, 2008
Protecting Malaysia's Sea Turtles: Habitat Restoration, Egg Protection, and Even Cloning Considered
In: Endangered Species
By: Dawn M. Smith
Jun 19, 2008
Wildlife Trade And Biodiversity: Legal Trade May Endanger Species Which Now Have Healthy Populations
In: Wildlife Conservation
By: Dawn M. Smith
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