#Biosphere reserves help curb #deforestation in the Western #Amazon and together have prevented the loss of more than 7,400 square km of forest over the last 2 decades compared to similar scenarios w/o this protection status. Study from @conservationsp.bsky.social www.eurekalert.org/news-release...

Biosphere reserves, allies against deforestation in the Western Amazon

Biosphere reserves help curb deforestation in the Western Amazon and, taken together, have prevented the loss of more than 7,400 square kilometers of forest over the last two decades compared to simil...

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Early bird reg for #ConSocSci26 ends 31st Aug! Join conservation researchers, practitioners + policy makers around the world for the Conservation Social Science Conference 🌍 For more info: conbio.informz.net/InformzDataS... Follow @scbsswg.bsky.social for updates

We're thrilled to announce that #ICCB2027 will take place from June 27 - July 1, 2027 in Puebla, Mexico! conbio.informz.net/informzdatas...

Teeth of critically #endangered #sawfish species continue to be used as cockfighting spurs in Latin America despite bans from cockfighting organizations, a new @consletters.bsky.social study found.

Scientists call on countries to act on ‘forgotten’ sawfish teeth trade

Sawfish, a group of large marine rays, derive their name from a striking appendage: Their long, saw-like snout lined with teeth-like scales. Nature intended these fish to use their snout, also called ...

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New Press Release from @scbnorthamerica.bsky.social SCB North America Develops New Definition of “Conservation” conbio.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT... Read about the definition: scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/sc... Stay tuned for more at #NACCR2026! 🌍🦑🦥

Wildlife conservationists should never be at risk for protecting nature. We are deeply concerned by the detention of three conservationists in Iran. Conservationists around the world carry out essential work, often under dangerous circumstances. They need global solidarity & support, not detention.

Society for Conservation Biology@society4conbio.bsky.social · 4w ago

Wildlife conservationists should never be at risk for protecting nature.

WCS Expresses Profound Concern and Alarm Regarding the Recent Detention of Wildlife Conservationists in Iran

New York, July 2, 2026 – The following statement has been issued by the Wildlife Conservation Society: “We at WCS express profound concern and alarm regarding the recent reported detention of wildlif...

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Great student conference on conservation coming up next year, apply now to join!

SCCS Cambridge 2027@sccscambridge.bsky.social · 3w ago

📢 Apply now to SCCS 2027 🎉 The 26th Student Conference on Conservation Science will take place between 30 March – 1 April 2027 at the University of Cambridge. Check the website for further details and to apply: www.sccs-cam.org

“Since each type of plastic is made up of different substances, they end up having distinct characteristics. Moreover, the biggest concern is not the plastic itself, but the additives and contaminants that plastics carry, each with different intoxication and absorption characteristics..."

From rivers to mangroves, microplastics are contaminating the Amazon

MANAUS, Brazil — On June 20, a 50-member team led by NGO Asas de Socorro and Rede Reviva walked about 1.5 kilometers (1 mile) along the shoreline of the Puraquequara Lake in eastern Manaus during a ga...

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Do you have a passion for translating your research into relatable stories? Consider writing for Current Conservation! They are always looking for contributions from our members.

New issue of Current Conservation Magazine! How to build a #conservation movement, lessons on community-led marine management from Fiji + lots more. #marineconservation #sciencecommunication 🦑🌍🪸

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At London Climate Action Week in June 2026, an event on adapting to extreme heat was cancelled due to the Met Office red warning for high temperatures. The irony was not lost on anyone. But this is ou...

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Come to #ICCB2027 ready to eat! Puebla is a paradise for food lovers, with culinary traditions that reflect the depth and richness of Mexico’s history. From the legendary mole poblano to colorful dulces típicos, the city offers a delicious journey.

How To Eat Like A Local In Puebla, Mexico

A sampling of the tastiest bites from around the food lover’s paradise.

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We're in #Leiden for #ECCB2026! Come visit our booth to learn more about SCB & #ICCB2027 in Puebla, Mexico! 🦑🪸🌍

This year’s ECCB will bring together policymakers and scientists to understand how effective conservation can be achieved. Read the interview of Mohammed Chahim, Dutch Member of the European Parliament (S&D), Policy speaker at ECCB ‘26, here: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi...

Applications are open for the 2027 Smith Conservation Research Fellowship! This postdoc supports early-career scientists advancing innovative, applied conservation research across the U.S. & territories. conbio.org/publications/scb-news-blog/smith-fellows-2027-call-for-proposals-announced

A new species of "killer fungus" has been discovered in Britain that destroys an aggressively invasive plant, raising hopes that decimated native habitats could be restored. #invasivespecies #fungus

Killer fungus discovered that destroys UK invasive plant

A newly discovered species raises hope that some native British habitats could be restored.

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Join SCB and receive discounts on both SCB Group conferences and ICCBs!

Society for Conservation Biology@society4conbio.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Want to back conservation science with real impact? Join SCB. Global network • career support • journals • community Join/renew: conbio.org/membership/b... #Conservation #SCB #networking 🌍🦑🍄

Rewilding efforts in Tijuca National Park on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro have been reintroducing species previously extinct in the area, such as agoutis, howler monkeys, toucans, and now, blue‑and‑yellow macaws.

Rewilding Rio: Conservationists restock an ‘empty forest,’ one species at a time

In 2008, biologist Alexandra Pires had just completed her doctoral thesis, which described how agoutis, a large guinea pig-like rodent, were important for the regeneration of plant species in Brazil’s...

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Opening Pacific marine monuments to commercial fishing risks trading long-term ocean resilience for short-term gain. Species at risk include threatened sea turtles, whales, dolphins, seabirds, sharks and fish; many are endemic, found nowhere else on Earth. 🦑🪸🦈🌍 #conservation #MPAs #marine

US moves to allow commercial fishing in Pacific marine protected areas

On June 11, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive proclamation to open additional commercial fishing grounds in remote areas of the Pacific. The proclamation says restoring access to these a...

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Come to #ICCB2027 ready to eat! Puebla is a paradise for food lovers, with culinary traditions that reflect the depth and richness of Mexico’s history. From the legendary mole poblano to colorful dulces típicos, the city offers a delicious journey.

How To Eat Like A Local In Puebla, Mexico

A sampling of the tastiest bites from around the food lover’s paradise.

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Puebla, we’re coming your way! ICCB 2027 is headed to one of Mexico’s most beautiful + vibrant cities, and we can’t wait to gather there with the global conservation community. Who's excited and who's planning to come? Let us know below! #ICCB2027 #Mexico #Conservation conbio.org/mini-sites/i...

Puebla, we’re coming your way! ICCB 2027 is headed to one of Mexico’s most beautiful + vibrant cities, and we can’t wait to gather there with the global conservation community. Who's excited and who's planning to come? Let us know below! #ICCB2027 #Mexico #Conservation conbio.org/mini-sites/i...

Join SCB and receive discounts on both SCB Group conferences and ICCBs!

Society for Conservation Biology@society4conbio.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Want to back conservation science with real impact? Join SCB. Global network • career support • journals • community Join/renew: conbio.org/membership/b... #Conservation #SCB #networking 🌍🦑🍄

Want to back conservation science with real impact? Join SCB. Global network • career support • journals • community Join/renew: conbio.org/membership/b... #Conservation #SCB #networking 🌍🦑🍄

Australia’s first Sea Country Indigenous Protected Area, Karajarri Jurarr Ngurra, will protect 237,489 hectares of Kimberley coast, reefs, mudflats & culturally vital places. #IndigenousConservation #Australia #protectedarea

Australia establishes the first Sea Country Indigenous Protected Area

Founder’s Briefs: An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries. For the Karajarri people of Kimberley in northwestern Australia, the...

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Join @scboceania.org for a webinar with Natalie Kyriacou OAM to discuss her recent book Nature's Last Dance - Tales of Wonder in an Age of Extinction. The book provides a fascinating, meticulously researched and often highly humourous look at some of the world's most weird and wonderful creatures.

In Malaysia’s Penang state, urban development has forced endangered dusky langurs into residential areas. To reduce human-wildlife conflict, conservationists and residents have built a canopy bridge and are leading community education efforts to coexist safely with these primates.

In Malaysia, a bridge helps endangered langurs and humans coexist

In Malaysia’s Penang state, conservationists and residents are collaborating to reduce conflict between humans and endangered dusky langurs displaced by urban development and habitat loss. The Langur…

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We heard you loud and clear 😄 Thanks to your feedback, the IMCC8 abstract submission deadline has been extended! Abstracts due: June 5 Early-bird registration: July 17 Explore sessions & topics: docs.google.com/spreadsheets... Now go forth and finish those abstracts! conbio.org/mini-sites/i...

As conservationists, we shoulder heavy emotional strain, navigating everything from compassion fatigue and eco-grief to loneliness, despair + burnout. Join in on May 29th to share and connect without the expectation of needing to change or fix ourselves. www.reviveconservation.org/event/suppor...

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The Australian government has created a vast new protected area, the Great Koala National Park, along the country’s east coast to safeguard koalas and 66 other threatened native species. #conservation #koalas 🐨🌍🐨

Australia's new national park links habitat to protect koalas

“When I was a kid, forestry was more sustainable,” Mark Graham said, leaning against a massive tree trunk. “Now 30-tonne industrial machines bulldoze everything in their path.” He’s an ecologist who’s...

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