Less than a quarter of the world's remaining tropical rainforest cover is in sufficiently good condition to ensure the survival of over 16,000 terrestrial vertebrate species.

How do you protect native tropical forests in the Republic of Palau that help sustain life on Earth? Scientists from the ...

As global summits on climate and biodiversity loom, the impact of the climate crisis is starkly evident. With alarming ...

New research from a team of tropical biologists forecasts some of the changes that may occur in the Amazon rainforest as temperatures rise due to climate change.

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Norway’s rainforest protection initiative is preparing to launch a new phase of its satellite data programme later this year to strengthen monitoring of deforestation, forest degradation, and ...

As forests continue to be cleared and forested landscapes degraded by human activity, their loss can significantly affect the ...

Cascading vines and vibrant leaves, potentially variegated with hues of yellow, white, or pale green, are what make pothos a ...

It is also the wellspring for major rivers like the Nandu, Changhua and Wanquan. This dense tropical rainforest not only stands as a pivotal conservation area for water sources but also acts as a ...

The study highlights the urgent need to safeguard global tropical wetlands from human impact. Complex organisms, thousands of ...

Jan. 9, 2025 — A research team has carried out the most comprehensive assessment to date of how logging and conversion to oil palm plantations affect tropical forest ecosystems. The results ...