Animals We Protect

Beyond Our Borders: Connections Between Wisconsin and Colombia

TNC in Wisconsin is proud to partner with TNC in Colombia to protect critical habitat for the wildlife and world that we share.

Jun 10, 2024

Puget Sound Orcas

Learn about Puget Sound’s three Southern Resident killer whale pods, called J, K and L pods.

By Beth Geiger

Rematriating Buffalo in Washington State

More than 65 North American Plains Bison, commonly known as “buffalo,” were transferred from TNC’s Niobrara Preserve in Nebraska to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians in the far NE corner of Washington.

Restoring Reefs to Build Resilience

Coral reefs are vital to Hawai‘i’s people, culture, lifestyle and economy, but they are at risk. Learn how TNC is working to restore and repair them.

May 23, 2024

Everything You Need to Know About the Rare 2024 Cicada Emergence in Illinois

An Illinois summer isn't complete without cicadas. 2024 is an extra special year for these critters as two rare broods will be emerging simultaneously, and they're arriving earlier than expected.

May 22, 2024

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Create a Buzzworthy Backyard: Eight Great Ways to Help Pollinators and Other Insects Thrive

Discover how everyday conservation actions at home can make a big impact on pollinators and other insects in the Midwest and beyond.

May 08, 2024

6-minute read time

Rivers Reborn: Alewives Fish Make a Recovery in Maine

Alewives fish are continuing to make a remarkable recovery in Maine. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is helping to reconnect and restore fish passages in the Penobscot river and watershed.

Feb 12, 2024

The Mobile-Tensaw Delta: Protecting the Land Between the Rivers

The Mobile-Tensaw Delta, a vital conservation landscape, lies within the Southern Deltas region, a network of floodplains, rivers and wetlands that extends across the southeastern U.S.

Feb 07, 2024

Restoring Alabama Rivers

Alabama fish haven't migrated upriver on their own for generations. Jason Throneberry, a TNC freshwater program director, talks fish cannons, endangered Alabama sturgeon and getting fish past dams.

Feb 02, 2024

The Mysterious Life Cycle of the American Eel

The life cycle of the American eel is a mystery that scientists are determined to solve.

Feb 02, 2024

Where to Birdwatch in Pennsylvania & Delaware

Uncover the best birding destinations in Pennsylvania and Delaware and find out where to spot unique bird species across these two states.

Jan 17, 2024

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A Collar Fit for a King

The path of one cheetah in Zambia demonstrates why partners are working together to protect an entire landscape.

Nov 17, 2023

The Long Journey

Five decades of land conservation in Georgia have made space for some of the world’s oldest sea turtle monitoring projects.

Nov 09, 2023

50 Years of Protecting Endangered Species

Amid a biodiversity crisis, the landmark protection act hits a major milestone.

Nov 09, 2023

Our Priorities

TNC works with communities and government to develop solutions for island resilience that help chart a course to a more sustainable, resilient and biodiverse future.

American Buffalo Return Home to Tribal Lands

Through our partnership with the InterTribal Bison Council (ITBC), we've transferred 1,800 bison to Native Nations to restore their ancestral grazing lands.

Alaska’s Iconic Wildlife

Learn more about a few of Alaska’s cute critters and how TNC Alaska is working on behalf of the state’s people and animals to preserve this wild, wonderful place.

Sep 29, 2023

Protecting Habitat for the Rare Mitchell's Satyr Butterfly

The Nature Conservancy has worked for years to protect the habitat of one of the world's rarest butterflies—the Mitchell's satyr.

Aug 14, 2023

6-minute read time

Razorback Sucker Nursery in Utah

At The Nature Conservancy’s Scott and Norma Matheson Wetlands Preserve near Moab, Utah, scientists and engineers are giving endangered razorback suckers a better chance of survival.

8-minute read time

Florida Panther

Facts about the Florida panther and how we’re helping protect this elusive and critically endangered species.

6-minute read time

Fishing for the Future

The Nature Conservancy and Pacific Island nations are partnering to clean up the region’s tuna catch—changing the way things get done from the seas to the store.

By Matt Jenkins | May 26, 2023

Peculiar Pollinators in the Midwest

We all know the honeybees that pollinate our flowers in the Midwest. But did you know there are some other, shall we say, peculiar pollinators? Learn about the importance of lesser-known pollinators.

May 11, 2023

6-minute read time

Bird Watching in Wisconsin

Bird watching is a great way to connect with nature all year, wherever you are. From mighty bald eagles to tiny chickadees, Wisconsin is full of birds to spot and enjoy for every level of birder.

Apr 18, 2023

Tanzania Audioscape

Listen to the sounds of Arusha, Tanzania on a February morning, including the calls of mousebirds, yellow weavers, yellow-vented bulbuls, ring-necked doves and red-billed African firefinches.

Mar 21, 2023

Endangered Leatherbacks Brave Cyclone Gabrielle

As Cyclone Gabrielle bore down on New Zealand, two tracked leatherbacks made detours in choppy waters as they migrate to New Zealand and Australian waters from the Solomon Islands.

The Places that Protect Michigan’s Biodiversity

TNC is protecting important habitats that provide food and shelter for endangered or threatened species across Michigan.

Mar 08, 2023

The North Point Peninsula

The largest peninsula on the western side of Lake Huron, North Point offers prime habitat for more than 200 migratory bird species and federally threatened plant species.

Dec 29, 2022

What Birds Can Tell Us About Conservation

A TNC volunteer and a Kenyan student are applying a novel approach to measuring river health.

Dec 07, 2022

Saving Wild Salmon in Alaska’s Bristol Bay

Between the mountains and the sea, Bristol Bay, Alaska, has always ranked as a place of remarkable natural abundance. Its wild salmon number in the tens of millions, more than anywhere else on Earth.

Nov 18, 2022

Coming Home

Lucille Contreras set out to reconnect her Lipan Apache community with its heritage. In the process, she brought buffalo back to Texas Native American land for the first time in a century.

By Dylan Baddour | Nov 10, 2022

Wisconsin’s Top 5 Must-See Fall Migrations

It’s fall in Wisconsin, and monarchs, green darner dragonflies and other wildlife are heading south for the winter. We highlight our top five must-see fall migrations.

Transforming Tuna Fisheries in the Pacific

Helping move the world’s largest tuna fishery from unsustainable to attainable.

Wind Cave Bison At Smoky Valley Ranch

42 bison with unique genetics are now at home in Kansas.

Rare Dragonfly Gets a Helping Hand

TNC is working with scientists and protecting critical groundwater-fed wetlands to aid in the recovery of a federally endangered dragonfly.

By Emily Mills | Aug 31, 2022

The Search for Lake Whitefish

Spend a day in the field with TNC Conservation Fellow Alex Verdeja-Perez as she journeys in the rain and snow in search of lake whitefish—a crucial species for the biodiversity of the Great Lakes.

By Alex Verdeja-Perez | Aug 22, 2022

Monitored Vultures and Gazelles

The Nature Conservancy teamed up with 10 research organizations to learn more about the movements of vultures and gazelles at two nature reserves in Mongolia.

Things to Do at Emiquon Preserve

The Nature Conservancy’s Emiquon Preserve offers a variety of recreational activities, including limited waterfowl hunting opportunities, fishing, boating and more.

The Big Lessons of Little Creek Conservation

From stream restoration to sustainable agriculture, a Missouri conservation initiative demonstrates how watersheds can recover.

Gopher Tortoise

The gopher tortoise is one of the oldest living species on the planet, yet it's threatened or nearly extinct in parts of its range. Find out how we're protecting gopher tortoise habitat!

Jun 30, 2022

Wildlife Collisions

Nature Conservancy scientists are studying how to reduce vehicle collisions with wildlife in Wyoming.

Jun 23, 2022

Bringing the Birdsong Back in New Zealand

Thanks to a dedicated team of conservationists, birdsong is increasing throughout the Marlborough region in New Zealand's South Island.

A Tale of Two Flyways

Every year migrating birds road trip across Michigan, but climate and biodiversity threats could make pit stops harder. Associate Director Patrick Doran shares three species and refuges to know.

By Patrick Doran | May 19, 2022

Solomon Islands First Female Rangers Help Save Leatherback Turtles

Solomon Islands' first female rangers help save leatherback turtles.

This May be a Watershed Year for Rivers and Migratory Fish

With funds approved for dam removals in the U.S. and ambitious plans to restore rivers in Europe, China and South Africa, there is good reason to celebrate World Fish Migration Day in 2022.

May 13, 2022

Saving Indiana Songbirds Starts in Our Forests

The diversity of birds is declining with the loss of their habitats. A new TNC project, Forestry for the Birds, brings forest managers and bird lovers together to promote the well-being of both.

Apr 05, 2022

Tuungane Project

Tuungane is TNC’s community-focused partnership to reduce threats and improve the resilience of Tanzania’s Greater Mahale Ecosystem and Lake Tanganyika.

Plant Your Own Pollinator Paradise

Transitioning your yard’s overlooked and underused spaces to host native plants for nature and people is more approachable—and vital—than ever!

Mar 25, 2022

Midwest Migratory Birds

Millions of migratory birds are using Nature Conservancy sites to “rest and refuel” as they cross Great Lakes states toward summer breeding grounds.

Mar 01, 2022

Great Lakes Fisheries

In the Great Lakes, native fisheries are the foundation of a $7 billion commercial and recreational fishing industry, as well as a living indication of the health of the entire freshwater system.

Feb 22, 2022

Orangutans in Indonesian Borneo: Out of Sight, But Not Out of Mind

TNC and partners are working with communities to create management plans for their forests. These efforts will help communities and orangutans.

Jan 20, 2022

Bald Eagles

A few decades ago, the bald eagle was dangerously close to becoming extinct throughout the lower 48 U.S. states. Today, they're back from the brink and doing better than ever.

Dec 14, 2021

Indiana Bats

Information on the endangered Indiana bat and what The Nature Conservancy is doing to save it.

Dec 14, 2021

Florida 2020 Impact Report

This report looks back at our proudest conservation accomplishments in honor of our 60th anniversary and what we hope to accomplish with your support.

Dec 14, 2021

A Big Plan to Save a Tiny Rabbit

For two decades, scientists have fought to rescue America's smallest bunny.

By Beth Geiger | Nov 12, 2021

Bat Conservation Bank of Indiana

The Nature Conservancy’s Indiana Chapter is using the Bat Conservation Bank, a market-based approach that will conserve critical habitat for federally endangered or threatened bat species.

Insect Conservation Protects Biodiversity

Discover why insect conservation is important for biodiversity and learn how The Nature Conservancy is helping to protect our six-legged wildlife.

Sep 10, 2021

Notes from the Field

Welcome to Notes from the Field, a video series straight from our TNC scientists in the field.

Sep 09, 2021

Monarch Butterflies Bring Together Conservation and Culture Between U.S. and Mexico

Preserving the monarch butterfly and its unique migration across North America protects a cultural icon.

Sep 06, 2021

What Threatens Our Salmon?

Salmon are iconic symbols of the Pacific Northwest’s natural vitality, yet they face a myriad of threats. Go below the surface on how we’re protecting salmon with science, partnerships and policy.

Aug 30, 2021

Edge of Existence: Protect Biodiversity Now

As climate change and habitat loss push wildlife to the brink, the time to protect biodiversity is now.

By Ben Goldfarb | Aug 27, 2021

Delaware's Melodic Migration

A study at TNC’s Milford Neck Preserve aims to quantify the Delaware Bay's significance as a stopover for migratory songbirds.

Aug 24, 2021

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New Science Helps Protect Hawksbill Sea Turtles

A satellite tracking study helps scientists better protect sea turtles in the Solomon Islands.

Aug 09, 2021

Top 10 New Jersey Adventures

Connecting to nature is as important as protecting nature. Here are 10 ways to connect to nature at our preserves across New Jersey.

Jul 27, 2021

Saving Pangolins

Pangolins are known as the guardians of the forest because they protect forests from termite destruction. But their very survival is under threat.

Elephants Will Have a Say in Mapping Kenya’s Future

Could elephants, with their complex mental maps of rivers, forests and fertile grassland, contribute to smarter growth for Kenya? With a little help from TNC’s scientists and movement data from Save the Elephants, we can make this happen.

Documenting Zambia’s Elephants

In September 2015, ecologists took to the sky to get a better picture of the state of elephants in Zambia as part of the Great Elephant Census.

Parrotfish

Parrotfish are colorful, tropical creatures that spend about 90% of their day eating algae off coral reefs.

Jun 03, 2021

Q & A with Call Nichols

Equipped with a camper van and a plan, Call Nichols has traveled from coast to U.S. coast recruiting new coalition members—100 of them. We sat down to ask him about his experiences.

Jun 01, 2021

A New Way of Catching Swordfish Could Protect Other Marine Species

Changing how swordfish is caught can foster healthier oceans and bring more money to fishers.

By Matt Jenkins | May 28, 2021

Birth of a Salamander

Vernal pools are as important to forest ecosystems as they are ephemeral. Go under the surface of these muddy waters and see what lurks below.

By Lindsey Liles | May 28, 2021

Mojave Desert Tortoise

Mojave Desert tortoises can live up to 40 years in the deserts of the southwestern United States, but due to habitat destruction, they are struggling for survival. Here's how we can help.

May 11, 2021

Birds of New Jersey

The changing seasons bring new birds to New Jersey. Learn more about what birds you'll see and hear during the different seasons in our small state.

Apr 26, 2021

Species in New Jersey That Might be Tricking You

Camouflage, mimicry and distraction are important defense mechanisms for species survival. These five tricky species may have even had YOU fooled.

Apr 01, 2021

A Conversation about Fireflies with Lynn Faust

We talk with a citizen scientist-turned-field-researcher about a discovery that attracted international attention to Tennessee fireflies.

Mar 31, 2021

The Birds and the Bees, and the Bats and the Ants

A Q&A with Shelly Wiggam about pollinators in Kansas.

Mar 25, 2021

Ohio Pollinators

Pollinators are incredibly important building blocks to life. They help plants create the fruits and seeds that power ecosystems. Learn the buzz about Ohio's pollinators.

Mar 22, 2021

The Prairie Evangelist: Restoring Endangered Prairies Provides Habitat for Native Pollinators

Chris Helzer, director of science for The Nature Conservancy in Nebraska, trains his camera on myriad native bee species, which play a pivotal role in the health of the state’s remaining prairies.

By Amy Crawford | Feb 27, 2021

Midwest Winter Birds

Winter in the Midwest provides an opportunity to provide birds with cover, food and water. In return, you might just get to see more birds in your yard!

Jan 25, 2021

Bringing Bison Back to the San Luis Valley

Few creatures are as emblematic of the American west as the bison.

Jan 11, 2021

Kentucky Birds

Depending on the season, these are some birds that might be seen during a visit to one of The Nature Conservancy's Kentucky preserves.

Jan 05, 2021

Travels with Migratory Birds

The Nature Conservancy is working to protect and restore critical habitat for migratory birds in North Carolina.

Nov 17, 2020

Salty Slang from Bristol Bay’s Commercial Fishing Fleet

Bristol Bay continues to be home to the most remarkable wild salmon runs on Earth. Here’s some of the slang overheard from the men and women who work on Bristol Bay’s commercial fishing boats.

Nov 16, 2020

Researching a Remarkable Halibut Recovery

There are some big unknowns that need to be addressed to increase chances for Atlantic halibut's recovery. TNC, fishermen and researchers are pursuing answers.

Nov 09, 2020

Promoting Sustainable Snapper and Grouper Fisheries

We’re working with recreational fisherman to achieve our long-term goal of healthy and sustainable snapper and grouper fish stocks in Florida by 2045.

Oct 29, 2020

Welcome Back, River Otters

River otters have been virtually eliminated in much of their original range due to hunting and other threats, but successful reintroduction efforts are slowly restoring otter populations in many states.

Protecting Florida's Black Bears

Though now confined to just eight isolated habitats, Florida black bears may fare better as TNC works to protect corridors and lands.

Sep 09, 2020

Exploring Gayini - Nari Nari Country

Managing Country for conservation, sustainable agriculture and Indigenous heritage

Ocelots in Texas

Ocelots were once found across much of the Lone Star State, but today, fewer than 100 of these wild cats are thought to survive in the United States, roaming between south Texas and Mexico.

Competing Against Time to Protect Mongolia

Mongolia is rapidly working to protect 30% of their land by 2030, both for the people and the great variety of species that call the country home.

By Matt Jenkins | Aug 27, 2020

Collaborating to Save Monarchs

Over forty-eight organizations statewide have joined forces to increase monarch habitat throughout Oklahoma. And you can help too!

Aug 24, 2020

What is the Shellfish Growers Climate Coalition?

Learn more about the shellfish growers, wholesalers and restaurateurs across the United States who are uniting to speak up on climate.

Aug 20, 2020

Heard on the Half Shell

Anywhere there’s a coastline, you can find climate impacts—now it’s time to inspire action by letting policymakers know how those impacts have touched the lives of shellfish farmers, coastal residents and the shellfish-loving public.

Aug 05, 2020

Owls

There are more than 200 species of owls and TNC is working strategically to protect owls and owl habitat around the world.

Jul 31, 2020

Green Sea Turtle

TNC is also learning how to better protect green sea turtles by monitoring their movements at sea and protecting beaches where they lay eggs.

Jul 31, 2020

Uniting Shellfish Growers For Climate

Learn about how Shellfish Growers Climate Coalition Project Manager Sally McGee is working with shellfish growers to showcase their perspectives on the impacts of climate change.

Jul 22, 2020

Protecting Salmon and Steelhead in the Navarro River

Working with partners along the Navarro River to develop solutions that preserve water for salmon and people.

Beef and Bison Can Help in Fight Against Climate Change

Native grasslands are not only incredibly diverse, but they are also enormously important in tackling climate change. Grazers like cows and bison play a role in keeping grasslands healthy.

By Nancy Labbe

Spying on Ducks

Scientists are using drones and remote surveillance cameras at TNC's Davis Ranch to study the nesting behavior of ducks and the critical role of grasslands in supporting waterfowl populations.

Students Take on a Piping Plover Mystery

Researchers look for answers to help shore up nesting habitat for a rare bird.

Jul 19, 2020

Bobcat

Despite its striking resemblance to the household cat, the bobcat is a fierce predator that ranges throughout the United States.

Jul 16, 2020

Prairie Rattlesnake

Though the population trend is now more steady, the prairie rattlesnake is still an extremely rare species.

Lynx

A mysterious feline, the word “lynx” is derived from a Greek word meaning “to shine,” presumably referring to its reflective eyes.

African Bush Elephant

The African bush elephant is the largest land mammal in the world, but habitat destruction and poaching pose major threats to species survival.

Bats

More than half of the bat species in the United States are in severe decline or listed as endangered, so TNC is working on innovative ways to protect these mammals.

Giant Panda

Only about 1,800 giant pandas now survive in the wild, which is why The Nature Conservancy's goal is to create 10 land trust reserves together with our partners in China by the end of 2020.

Jul 16, 2020

Cape May Piping Plover and Least Tern Protection

At the South Cape May Meadows Preserve, TNC is using innovative science and a little creativity to improve survival odds for endangered migratory shorebirds.

Siting Wind Right for Wildlife

How can we balance renewable energy development with the need to safeguard wildlife and their habitats? Site Renewables Right, a new analysis by The Nature Conservancy has some answers.

Jul 06, 2020

Pollinators of the Rocky Mountain Region

Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, bats, flies and beetles are some of the pollinators that keep nature vibrant. Let's do a Q&A with three western pollinators.

Jun 17, 2020

Investing in Nature's Future

Donor David Middleton, TNC Vermont donor for nearly 30 years, explains how supporting TNC’s conservation work is an investment in nature’s future with this Q&A.

Jun 16, 2020

Fender’s Blue Butterfly and Kincaid’s Lupine: A Love Story

At TNC's Willow Creek Preserve outside of Eugene, there's a love story that is both beautiful and tragic. It's the story of the Fender's blue butterfly and the wildflower species it's entwined with: the Kincaid's lupine.

May 26, 2020

Red Cockaded Woodpecker Recovery

Writing a new page in the recovery story of Virginia's rarest bird.

By Daniel White

2-minute read time

Bog Turtle

At 4.5 inches long, the bog turtle is North America's smallest turtle. TNC researchers have been studying this federally threatened turtle since 1969. See what they've learned.

May 11, 2020

7-minute read time

Pronghorn

Their ability to run up to 60 miles an hour makes pronghorn second only to cheetahs as the planet’s fastest land animals. It also earned them monikers such as speed goat and sagebrush rocket.

Apr 27, 2020

American Alligator

One of North America's largest reptiles, the American alligator ranges throughout the southeast of the United States in freshwater marshes, rivers and swamps, where it basks by day and hunts by night.

Apr 12, 2020

Midwest Pollinators

The Nature Conservancy is protecting the habitats that pollinators need to thrive, so we can enjoy the crucial benefits that they provide.

Apr 09, 2020

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Learn how one Oklahoma rancher utilizes prescribed burns and sustainable grazing best management practices to continue the legacy of her family’s ranch.

Apr 05, 2020

New Seabird Life at Hawadax Island Alaska

After removing invasive rats, nesting seabirds returned to the Aleutian Islands–and so did the Unangan name.

Apr 01, 2020

Backyard Birds

Backyard birding is a great way to connect with the nature all around you right from your own home. Get started with TNC's top 10 Backyard Bird list.

Apr 01, 2020

The Volgenau Virginia Coast Reserve Story

Reflections on protecting a coastal wilderness and looking ahead to our next half century of conservation.

By Daniel White

3-minute read time

Migratory Shorebird Conservation in the Central Flyway

Kansas wetlands and grasslands provide rest and refueling sites for shorebirds along the Central Flyway.

Mar 04, 2020

Planting for Pollinators

Native pollinators are facing growing threats. We have some easy and fun actions you can take to help them.

By Lisa Bramen | Mar 01, 2020

Beach Birds

Last summer, endangered piping plovers mated in Chicago for the first time in 64 years. Here’s how volunteers made that possible.

By Kate Frazer | Feb 28, 2020

Pollinator Paradise

Want to help pollinators? In addition to supporting The Nature Conservancy’s work protecting and restoring habitat, the best thing you can do is to make your home, school, workplace or neighborhood pollinator friendly.

By Lisa Bramen | Feb 28, 2020

Thaidene Nene Reality

Indigenous leadership coupled with transformational support from The Nature Conservancy led to the protection of 6.5 million acre Thaidene Nëné, which translates to “Land of the Ancestors” in the Dene language. The park is in Canada’s Northwest Territories.

By Adam Bloom | Feb 21, 2020

Traveling Through Time in the Virginia Pinelands

A journey through Virginia’s iconic forest habitat.

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The Return of the Most Important Fish in the Sea

A new approach to management of Atlantic menhaden will help marine species like whales, dolphins and more, thrive.

Feb 12, 2020

It's a Camera Trap

A familiar device helps find new ways to connect landscapes for communities of wildlife.

6 Furry Facts about Bison

Learn how The Nature Conservancy is protecting the iconic American bison and using this incredible animal as a tool to restore the tallgrass prairie.

Dec 31, 2019

Freshwater Mussel Tagging

The Nature Conservancy is restoring freshwater mussels in the Wabash River watershed. Good for mussels, good for a healthier river!

Dec 24, 2019

Low Head Dam Removal

For the last two years The Nature Conservancy has been leading a team to remove two low head dams from Big Indian Creek in southcentral Indiana.

Dec 24, 2019

Bison Round Up At Tallgrass Prairie Preserve

Tallgrass Prairie bison are rounded up each fall for their annual checkup.

Dec 09, 2019

Building Bobcat Alley

To survive in New Jersey, bobcats need land to roam. The Nature Conservancy is working to protect critical habitat for these beautiful cats. We call it "Bobcat Alley," and it's a place where they can thrive.

Wildlife Rehabilitation and TNC Nature Preserves

In New Jersey, TNC preserves offer orphaned and injured animals a new lease on life.

Nov 21, 2019

Help Save the Florida Panther

The Nature Conservancy has led efforts that protect thousands of acres of prime panther habitat and corridors that link those places.

Nov 17, 2019

Sustainable Southeast Partnership

A regional collective impact initiative in the mostly rural panhandle of Southeast Alaska helping to build trust, renew culture and protect nature in the Tongass National Forest.

Nov 12, 2019

Race for Caloosahatchee

One stroke of good luck after another has given the Florida panther a second chance at survival. But can it keep up long enough for the big cat to make it?

By Adam Bloom | Nov 04, 2019

Florida Panther Culture

Most people in Florida have never seen a panther, yet the cat is a cultural symbol. From sports teams to Native American lore, the panther appears everywhere.

By Adam Bloom | Nov 04, 2019

Rush Hour for Florida Panther

How does the Florida panther cross the road? By going under it! The race to save Florida panthers is being won by building wildlife corridors.

By Adam Bloom | Nov 04, 2019

Bristol Bay Science

To protect Bristol Bay's wild salmon populations and the people who depend on them, TNC has invested in a science-led process to assess the risk of developing the proposed Pebble mine in the headwaters of two major salmon rivers.

On the Hunt for the Ghost Cat

Find out how award-winning photographer Carlton Ward tracks and photographs the elusive, endangered panther—and how rare success is in the wild.

By Jenny Rogers | Nov 03, 2019

Australia water birds

In a dry corner of Australia, The Nature Conservancy just bought 120 square miles of wetlands that sustain breeding water birds and a 50,000-year-old culture.

By Justine E. Hausheer | Oct 31, 2019

The Panther's Path

The Florida panther, once nearly extinct, is facing new threats as it roams the state. Protecting key wildlife corridors and expanding safe spaces could make all the difference.

By Eric Seeger | Oct 31, 2019

Baraboo Hills Haven for Birds

Ornithologist Mike Mossman talks about his research and what it is telling him about birds, the Baraboo Hills and climate change.

Oct 23, 2019

California Land Management

We're invested in making conservation business as usual so that we can change the trajectory of our planet. It's already working in California!

Oct 21, 2019

Animals We Protect: Giraffe

Since the 1990s, reticulated giraffe populations have decreased by 70%. Once almost taken for granted as an abundant animal, now giraffes may be slipping away without public notice.

10 Endangered Species Crucial to Ohio’s Biodiversity

A diversity of wildlife supports lives and livelihoods across our state—here’s how we're ensuring it thrives for generations to come.

Acopian Preserve

A patchwork of farms, streams and forest harbor populations of North America's smallest turtle.

Restoring Tidal Wetlands at Winter Lake

The installation of tide gates and restoration of tidal wetlands at Winter Lake will provide critical rearing habitat for juvenile salmon, boosting populations in the Coquille River.

Sep 12, 2019

What is a Tide Gate?

There are an estimated 3,000 tide gates in Oregon—1,500 along the coast and 1,500 on the Columbia River—that may be negatively impacting fish passage and juvenile salmon habitat.

Sep 11, 2019

Restoring Oregon’s Estuaries and Tidal Wetlands

Tidal wetlands and estuaries—where rivers and oceans meet—are ecologically critical habitats, providing juvenile salmon and other species with the much-needed space to grow strong and healthy.

Sep 11, 2019

Wood Storks at Disney Wilderness Preserve

With the right nesting trees and forage, North America's only native storks are thriving at Disney Wilderness Preserve.

Sep 10, 2019

Oklahoma Endangered and Threatened Species

How many threatened and endangered species does Oklahoma have and why are they listed? Learn more about these important species and what The Nature Conservancy in Oklahoma is doing to protect them.

Aug 31, 2019

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Endangered Fish Recovery Program

Working to restore the four federally listed endangered fish species in the upper basin: humpback chub, bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow and razorback sucker.

Aug 30, 2019

Oregon Research Stopping Rhino Poaching

Find out how research happening on an Oregon preserve may help rangers catch rhino poachers in South Africa.

Aug 27, 2019

A Path for Mountain Lions

In this episode of the Destination Nature podcast, hear from the scientists working to help save mountain lions in southern California’s Santa Ana Mountains.

Top 10 Bat Facts

Some fun and fascinating things you may not know about bats.

Planting For Pollinators

The Nature Conservancy is implementing conservation strategies at its nature preserves that will result in more pollinator habitat throughout Kentucky.

Jul 02, 2019

Beaver Mimicry Projects Could Be Key to Restoring Wetlands

Dams built to mimic those built by beavers may ultimately result in positive effects for fish, wildlife and vegetation.

By Christine Peterson | Jun 28, 2019

South Carolina Bald Eagle Restoration

In South Carolina, active bald eagle nests have grown from just 30 in the late 1970s to more than 220 today.

Jun 12, 2019

High Tech Tools Protect Lions and Livelihoods

A new project with Lion Landscapes at Loisaba Conservany is using technology to prevent livestock attacks before they happen.

Apr 01, 2019

Safeguarding South Padre Island

Working with the USFW and other partners, The Nature Conservancy has acquired more than 6,200 acres along part of the last unprotected stretch of South Padre Island.

Mercedes Robinson-Neasloss Interview

Mercedes Robinson-Neasloss has tracked grizzly bears and explored her Nation’s lands and waters—as a young Indigenous leader supported by Nature United and now in a new IMAX film about the Great Bear Rainforest.

Mar 01, 2019

Home Again

Twenty years after the first wedge-tailed shearwater nest was discovered at TNC's Mo‘omomi Preserve in Hawai‘i, the birds are back in force—thanks to painstaking dune restoration.

By Ilima Loomis | Mar 01, 2019

Osprey Nest Cam Live Feed

Welcome to live feed from our osprey nest camera in Orange Beach, Alabama.

Animal Collective Nouns

Test yourself on collective nouns for the animals we protect.

Minnesota Through the Seasons

Minnesota’s ever-changing seasons serve up immeasurable discoveries in nature. Explore what’s happening in nature this season.

Tennessee Caves (and Bats That Use Them)

With more than 10,000 caves in Tennessee, The Nature Conservancy has made preserving cave ecosystems a priority.

Jan 31, 2019

Western Lake Erie Migratory Birds

In Ohio, the western basin of Lake Erie is a hotbed of migratory bird activity, supporting some of the largest numbers of land birds found during migration.

Top 5 Must-See Idaho Migrations

By land, air and stream, Idaho's critters are on the move.

Jan 14, 2019

Making the Sea Safer for Whales

Collaborative efforts by TNC, fishermen, agency partners and scientists are helping reduce the risk of whales getting entangled in fishing gear off California’s coast.

Jan 04, 2019

BirdReturns: A Habitat Timeshare for Migratory Birds

When it comes to habitat, why buy when you can rent?

Nov 11, 2018

Indiana Nature Notes for April

Nature Notes articles are inspired by the many different plant and animal species found at Kankakee Sands in Newton County, Indiana.

By Alyssa Nyberg

Nachusa Grasslands Bison FAQs

Do you have questions about the bison herd at Nachusa Grasslands? We've got answers!

Getting Our Feet Wet

Restoring and Connecting Wetlands is Key to Ohio's Protection Strategy. Learn what Ohio is doing to protect and restore wetlands.

Indonesia's Iconic Orangutans

The rainforests of Indonesian Borneo are the orangutan’s forests.

Saving Florida Manatees by Restoring Springs

Manatees face several challenges including the need for healthy, connected habitats. Restoring freshwater springs helps them access warm wintertime retreats.

Sea Turtles at Blowing Rocks Preserve

We have been working to protect sea turtles in Florida since the early 1980s. Our volunteers rescue turtles and hatchlings that get stranded on their way to the ocean.

Sep 18, 2018

Shamrock Island Bird Rookery

One of the most important bird breeding sites in the Gulf—frequented by pelicans, ducks, reddish egrets, white-faced ibises and more—is threatened by erosion.

Bird Migration Through Arkansas

Arkansas hosts many migratory birds because of geography and habitat.

Sandhill Crane

Standing more than a meter tall and boasting a wingspan of 2 meters, the amazing sandhill crane can be spotted in a wide range of U.S. states and Canada.

Sep 15, 2018

Maryland's Bat Mines

Research is shedding light—ultraviolet light—on a disease that has decimated Western Maryland's bats.

By Severn Smith

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Wyoming Migration Research

Research on migration will help protect vital pathways for mule deer, pronghorn, sage grouse and other iconic Wyoming species.

Bat House Information

Interested in having a bat house? Here are some tips and suggestions for how to get started.

Sep 14, 2018

Mojave Desert Animals and Plants

Connect with nature by learning about some of the Mojave's plants and animals.

Sep 14, 2018

Partnership Works to Help Moose

The Nature Conservancy is working as part of a collaborative effort to improve habitat for the state’s declining moose population.

Sep 14, 2018

Mid-Atlantic Seascape

Charting a course for sustainable fisheries and a healthy ocean.

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Migratory Bird Conservation

Guided by decades of research and monitoring, our scientists are helping to protect migratory bird populations throughout VVCR’s coastal habitats.

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Bracken Bat Cave

TNC and partners worked together to secure a 1,521-acre property that protects the largest bat colony in the world, local water supplies and habitat for endangered species.

Greater Prairie Chicken

Once inhabiting the wide plains of the central US in vast numbers, the greater prairie chicken has fared poorly as its grassland habitat has been converted to other uses. Populations remain in Kansas, Nebraska and South Dakota, where TNC is helping these birds make a comeback.

Protecting the Everglades

Few U.S. landscapes are as impressive as the Everglades, and none as iconic to Florida. The Everglades’ health resonates far beyond our state.

Sep 10, 2018

Osprey: From Surviving to Thriving

Thanks to conservation efforts, osprey populations have rebounded in New Jersey.

Sep 10, 2018

Black-footed Ferret

Previously believed to have been extinct, a small population of black-footed ferrets were found in Wyoming in 1981. TNC has been working to restore their numbers ever since.

Sep 10, 2018

Blanding's Turtle

Blanding's turtles rely on small pools of water and are believed to follow bison herds in order to use the depressions these large animals make in the soil as habitat.

Sep 10, 2018

Restoring Florida’s Oyster Reefs

Oysters are vital in filtering Florida’s water and stabilizing coastlines. But as oyster reefs are now imperiled, they need a boost from our help.

Sep 10, 2018

Peregrine Falcon

Decimated by DDT, the peregrine falcon has been reintroduced throughout the U.S., but the bird is making a comeback!

Sep 09, 2018

Reintroducing the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker in Florida

Breeding pairs of elusive red-cockaded woodpeckers have been established at Disney Wilderness Preserve. Once forced to the brink of extinction, the preserve is able to support the species again.

Sep 09, 2018

Blacktip Reef Shark

Between 2006 and 2014, researchers tagged 1,300 blacktip reef sharks at Palmyra and fitted them with numbered ID tags. The results of large-scale research efforts like this will help guide shark conservation efforts.

Sep 09, 2018

Fall Migration in Cape May

Each fall, migrating songbirds, hawks, monarchs and more funnel into southern New Jersey’s peninsula in great numbers.

Sep 09, 2018

The Comeback: Alewives Return To Maine Rivers

Many of Maine’s rivers are experiencing a remarkable comeback. One of the world’s great migrations is returning to our waters. We’re talking about alewives!

Sep 08, 2018

Florida Eastern Indigo Snakes

The rare eastern indigo snake is being reintroduced at our Apalachicola Bluffs Preserve. This non-venomous snake plays a vital role in longleaf pine forests.

Sep 08, 2018

American Bison

Learn how The Nature Conservancy is protecting the once nearly extinct American bison across 12 preserves in the central United States.

Florida Panther Kittens North of the Caloosahatchee

While TNC and partners work to protect the Florida panther’s habitats and corridors, a trail-cam photo of panther kittens inspires new hope.

Sep 02, 2018

Snow Leopards in the Western Altai Mountains

We’re working here to demonstrate a protected area management approach that values ecosystems and what they provide to people and wildlife.

Putting Bison Back on the Prairie in North and South Dakota

Almost three decades ago, TNC introduced its first herd of bison at the Samuel H. Ordway, Jr. Memorial Preserve. That herd has now grown to 300 bison and several others have been established.

Aug 30, 2018

Horseshoe Crab

Already roaming the earth 100 million years before the dinosaurs, horseshoe crabs are among the world's oldest and most fascinating creatures.

Aug 29, 2018

South Dakota Through the Seasons

South Dakota’s ever-changing seasons serve up immeasurable discoveries in nature. Explore what’s happening in nature this season.

North Dakota Through the Seasons

North Dakota’s ever-changing seasons serve up immeasurable discoveries in nature. Explore what’s happening in nature this season.

OK License Plates: Supporting Conservation in Style

Join the growing number of Oklahomans who are supporting conservation by showing their Okie pride with a bison license plate.

Wisconsin's Fall Top Five Must See Migrations

What do monarch butterflies and tundra swans have in common? They’re both gearing up for long trips south this fall as summer fades. Check out our top five migrating species to look for this fall!

Are Flamingos Native Florida

As the flamingo’s protective status is weighed, we are protecting thousands of acres of wetlands for the iconic flamingo and other rare birds.

Jul 01, 2018

Protecting Amphibians From Deadly Pathogens

Amphibian populations worldwide are undergoing a rapid decline due to a number of factors, including emergent infectious diseases.

Jun 04, 2018

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Fired Up: Piney Grove Controlled Burn

A record setting controlled burn at Piney Grove Preserve aims to restore longleaf pine forests and support habitat for Virginia's rarest bird, the red-cockaded woodpecker.

By Daniel White

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The Turtle Trackers

In the Pacific Ocean's remote Arnavon Islands, a project to help endangered sea turtles is unlocking the mysteries of migration.

By Jennifer S. Holland | Mar 01, 2017

Safe Flight 100 Years Of Protecting Birds

Safe Flight: 100 Years of Protecting Birds

Dec 01, 2016

Unleashing Rivers

New England’s waterways—the most heavily dammed in the United States—are making a comeback.

By Jenny Rogers | Nov 30, 2016

A Safe Place to Land

As researchers finally start to understand the rare and enigmatic swallow-tailed kite, they must respond to a startling discovery: Climate change is eroding the bird’s habitat.

By Ginger Strand | Apr 01, 2016

A Shot in the Dark

Confronting a deadly disease among the bison at Tallgrass Prairie Preserve may save herds across the country.

By Julian Smith | Aug 01, 2015

Land Of Giants

The December-January issue of Nature Conservancy Magazine features how China's first land trust is breaking new ground in conservation to protect giant pandas.

By Matt Jenkins | Dec 01, 2014

Kingdom Of The Hungry

The Conservancy’s Palmyra Atoll has become the ultimate living laboratory for researchers who spend their days working in some of the healthiest—and most dangerous—shark habitat in the world.

Mar 01, 2013

Reintroduction Of Bison To Iowa Broken Kettle Grasslands Preserve

At the end of October 2008, a small herd of bison will be reintroduced at Broken Kettle Grasslands in the globally significant, Loess Hills in western Iowa. These bison are part of the prairie restoration effort that has diversified that plant and animal communities in the stunningly beautiful landscape.

Nov 12, 2008

Barrick Gold Corporation And The Nature Conservancy

Barrick has entered into an agreement with The Nature Conservancy by which TNC will assist Barrick with evaluating the potential for Barrick to make a meaningful positive impact for sage-grouse by implementing improvements and modifications to the management of its ranch properties.

Solar Development in the Mojave Desert

The Mojave Desert is one of the most promising areas in the world for developing solar energy. We're working to ensure this development is done in a way that protects the desert’s unique landscapes and ecology.

A Rivers Freedom

Removing old dams creates new hope for the Bellamy River

Montana Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances

TNC is working with USFWS to enlist ranchers in an innovative program where they agree to protect habitat for 5 grassland birds headed for the endangered species list. The goal is to secure enough habitat to help the birds recover, thus avoiding an endangered species listing.

Salmon Habitat Restoration

What could be better than completing one big salmon-habitat restoration project? Completing three! Then . . . 52! Plus, kick-starting a regional floodplain program, creating a new partnership alliance between conservation and agriculture and creating a project pipeline for the next generation of restoration projects.

Urban Stream Restoration

This once-polluted and neglected Seattle stream is once again home to spawning salmon, thanks to extensive and holistic restoration. It continues to be a living laboratory for how we can restore Puget Sound to health.

Washington Winter's White WIngs

Have you seen bright white birds this winter? Snow geese and swans come in large flocks every year. Snowy owls are rarer treats for Washington. Ptarmigans live here year round. All these birds boast beautiful plumage, no matter how dark and gray our skies.

South Carolina: Savannah River Flows

Learn how improving the Savannah River's flow can help our feathered friends.

Pangolin

Pangolins are the world’s only scaly mammals and are known as the guardians of the forest because they protect forests from termite destruction, maintaining a balanced ecosystem.

Red-Footed Booby

Palmyra Atoll—a remote, protected island in the Pacific where The Nature Conservancy conducts research—is home to the world’s second largest nesting colony of red-footed boobies.

Red Knot

Red knots fly 9,000 miles from south to north every spring and repeat the trip in reverse every autumn, making this bird one of the longest-distance migrants in the animal kingdom. It’s an incredible feat for a creature with a wingspan of just 20 inches!

Lake Sturgeon

These ancient fish can grow up to eight feet in length and live up to 100 years or more.

Swallow-tailed Kite

Kites need at least 100,000 acres of contiguous forest to maintain healthy populations, so they face threats from development and climate change in much of their range. TNC is working with partners to quickly assess and address these threats to protect this incredible bird.

Pupfish

Pupfish are killifish—small, colorful, knuckle-sized fish found on three continents—known for surviving incredibly harsh environments.

Orangutan

Orangutans are among the rarest primates on Earth. Faced with deforestation, poaching, the illegal pet trade and forest fires, orangutan populations have reached a critical point.

Sage Grouse

At one time the bird picked its way through sagebrush in 13 states and three Canadian provinces and numbered as many as 16 million. Today approximately 200,000 birds remain.

Red-Cockaded Woodpecker

Today there are just 1% of the red-cockaded woodpeckers than there were at the time of European settlement. The red-cockaded woodpecker has been on the endangered species list since October 1970, but TNC is working hard to change that.

Tuna

For millions of people around the world, tuna fish is a regular part of their diet and important protein source. But, the rapid growth of the human population is putting many tuna fisheries at risk.

Eastern Indigo Snake

A non-venomous apex predator, the eastern indigo snake preys upon many species of animals including some venomous snakes, and it plays a critical role in keeping its ecosystem healthy and balanced.

Leatherback Sea Turtle

The leatherback sea turtle is the largest and fastest turtle on earth, and now TNC is partnering extensively with governments, local organizations and businesses around the world to help conserve leatherback turtles for generations to come.

Using Fireworks To Save Elephants

Working with partner Honeyguide, we are using fireworks, air horns and flashlights to save elephants' lives in northern Tanzania.

Five Ways We Help Salmon in Alaska

TNC scientist Colin Shanley shows us Alaskans' devotion to wild salmon.

Montana Fence Study

A new study discovers the best modification to make fences easier for pronghorn to cross.

Simple Structures Help Wildlife

Small rock structures – a concept created by Bill Zeedyk, a retired Forest Service biologist – are being constructed in Gunnison, Colorado to reduce the effects of rising temperatures on habitats and species.

Must-See Migration

One bird stands out from the rest for its truly epic annual migration: the red knot.

Communities Supporting Sea Turtles

Local communities in the Arnavon Islands are the hawksbill’s biggest champions.

Tiger Shark

10-14 feet long and weighing up to 1,400 pounds, the tiger shark is one of the sea’s large and mighty creatures.