August 27, 2019
Keeping a Pulse on Midway’s Albatross Population
As sentinels of the sea, Midway’s Albatross provide unique insight into the health and function of our marine ecosystems. Oceans…
August 20, 2019
Meet the Mōlī: Laysan Albatross
Midway’s beloved birds, Laysan Albatross, are the signature wildlife of Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. One of the wonders of…
August 15, 2019
Yelkouan Shearwater Population Rebound on Tavolara Island
Almost two years after the removal of invasive rats from Tavolara Island, Italy Yelkouan Shearwater fledglings seem to be thriving.…
August 13, 2019
Coral Reef Biodiversity of Midway Atoll
Midway Atoll is home to more than 3 million birds but the marine biodiversity of the surrounding coral reefs is…
August 6, 2019
Help Save Midway’s Albatross!
Invasive, carnivorous mice are threatening Midway’s albatross, but you can help! Midway Atoll is located almost perfectly in between North…
August 6, 2019
Midway’s Native Wildlife and the Threat Posed by Invasive Mice
Midway’s native plant and animal diversity have thrived for decades even in the face of human impacts, but now invasive…
August 6, 2019
Exploring the History of Midway Atoll
Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge is biologically, culturally, and historically significant but the atoll is in need of restoration. Since…
July 19, 2019
Biosecurity—Protecting the Bay of Islands
Ongoing biosecurity measures have protected the Bay of Islands for 10 years and ensured that no invasive species establish a…
July 15, 2019
Overheard at National Geographic—The Zombie Mice Apocalypse
National Geographic’s podcast ‘Overheard at National Geographic’ explores the threat that invasive zombie mice pose to Marion Island’s native seabirds…