May 11, 2017
“Velvet Tree” Chokes out Native Plants
Miconia, “The Velvet Tree,” has become one of Hawaii’s most invasive plant species. Although conservationists see little hope for eradication, they…
May 10, 2017
Snails’ Tree-climbing Defense Won’t Protect Against Invasive Rats
Native snails on Hokkaido Island climb trees to avoid native predators, but this tactic can’t help them escape predatory invasive…
May 10, 2017
The Big Question – Canary or Finch?
The Critically Endangered São Tomé Grosbeak is the world’s largest species canary but on the São Tomé Island invasive species create an…
May 4, 2017
How Invasive Feral Pigs Impact the Hawaiian Islands
Invasive feral pigs present a problem for the Hawaiian Islands and their native ecosystems. Feral pigs are one of the…
May 4, 2017
When Not to Build a Bridge: Saving the St. Lucia Island Sanctuary
Plans to construct a land bridge from the main island of St. Lucia to the Maria Islands Nature Preserve raises…
May 4, 2017
The Final Sting of Yellow Crazy Ants
New Zealand works to protect native species on Pacific Island from the invasive Yellow Crazy Ants–the true challenge lies in removing…
May 4, 2017
South Island Kōkako: Wanted Alive
New Zealand offers $10,000 prize for photographic evidence of the Possibly Extinct South Island Kōkako, also known as the “Grey…
May 1, 2017
New Zealand Frogs Slipping Away Without A Sound
New Zealand’s native frog species, like many frogs throughout the world, are at risk of extinction. Frogs might not be…
April 24, 2017
Phillip Island’s Penguin Colony Needs Protection
Phillip Island penguins benefit from protection against invasive predators. Phillip Island, Victoria Australia is famous for its native Little Penguin (Eudyptula…