Nautiluses are called “living fossils,” but how they use deep reefs has been a mystery. A study tracking live nautiluses and shell chemistry shows adults favor warmer, shallower waters, while juveniles stay deeper, reshaping our view of deep reef ecosystems.
Dive in here https://nature.ly/4tj8XWN
Rivers are always on the move, and conservation must be too.
New research shows that when river dynamics are considered alongside biodiversity and human pressures, conservation priorities across the Amazon change, revealing why protecting river movement is essential https://nature.ly/4dP586P 🌊
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From monarchs to sea turtles, animals on the move connect ecosystems across land and sea. New tracking tools, from satellites to AI, are turning migration data into action, revealing at risk routes, climate impacts, and how to protect the corridors nature depends on. https://nature.ly/4tvTJ06
Salt marshes hold their own history. At Rocky Neck State Park in Connecticut, scientists study sediment layers to understand changing tidal connections and how to restore them. This work strengthens natural flood protection as part of restoration efforts.
Learn more here https://nature.ly/4cwR28T
Exciting collaborative work led by Kathryn Bloodworth with folks from @science.nature.org and several academic institutions: There is no one-size fits all approach to prescribed fire and biodiversity, but we know a lot and can can make informed decisions to meet conservation goals.
Spoiler - this restored tallgrass prairie is @nature.org Nachusa Grasslands and the research shows correlations between plant and microbe beta-diversity, but not alpha-diversity! @science.nature.org @dochpjones.bsky.social + amazing co-authors not on bluesky
Cities are hard on wildlife, but tiny, well-designed green spaces can change that. 🌱 Since 2017, Shanghai’s Habitat Garden Project has built 24 mini nature sites supporting 90+ species, co-created and cared for by local residents. Make room for nature, and cities thrive. https://nature.ly/4sNf6Kh
🔥Wildfires are a growing global health crisis. Join TNC and the Future Earth Health Knowledge-Action Network on April 14th for a webinar on cross‑sector solutions that protect health, nature, and vulnerable communities worldwide.
Sign up for the free webinar here nature.ly/3PJeJlC
New research reveals the immense cost of removing aging dams that threaten communities. National estimates reach billions, highlighting a huge funding gap and major differences across states.
These findings offer a vital tool for smarter, safer decisions. Learn more here https://nature.ly/4sMeCEx
Thanks to @mongabay.com and Mike Gaworecki for covering our new paper — asking not just "is it too hot to survive?" but "is it too hot to live?" For a growing fraction of older adults around the globe, the answer is already yes.
news.mongabay.com/2026/03/glob...
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Real estate, fishing, and insurance all rely on seagrass, one of the planet’s most valuable ecosystems. But it’s disappearing fast, increasing erosion, species loss, property risk, and insurance costs.
Explore the new Seagrass Mapping Blueprint and learn more https://nature.ly/4rZhzjS
A quiet crisis is unfolding in our rivers. A global assessment created with The Nature Conservancy finds 325 migratory freshwater fish species at urgent risk. Their numbers have fallen 81%. Rivers connect us, and united action can still change their future.
Read more here https://nature.ly/4c64foV
Europe’s rivers, lakes and wetlands are under pressure from pollution and climate impacts. The TNC Europe Freshwater Outcomes Prioritization Tool helps show where restoration or protection can make the greatest impact with clear, science-based insight. Explore the tool here https://nature.ly/4sYOSV5
To build resilient forests, we look to the past. TNC scientists use tree rings to uncover centuries of wildfire patterns and ecosystem change. These clues help shape smarter management, like prescribed burns, that boost biodiversity and forest health.
Read more https://nature.ly/4bOIh9O
Restoring drylands is harder than it appears! A new study tested enhanced seeds for big sagebrush and found that thin coatings do not block sprouting, but they rarely boost survival.
This suggests that lasting success may come from repeated efforts, not technology alone. https://nature.ly/47IaDQy
‘A sobering preview’: extreme heat now affects one in three people globally, study finds
- “Hundreds of millions of people can no longer safely go about their daily lives outside during hottest parts of the year” says @lukeaparsons.bsky.social
#climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
🚨 Proud to share our new paper in ER:Health, showing heat livability limitations doubled since 1950s
Older adults: 600→900 hrs/year of dangerous heat
Younger adults: 25→50 hrs/year
~25% of global population in "survivable but not livable" areas
DOI: 10.1088/2752-5309/ae3c3a
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Extreme heat is becoming a major global health threat, making even light outdoor activity unsafe in many regions. New research shows risks are rising fastest for older adults and vulnerable communities, a trend that is redefining what safe daily life looks like. https://nature.ly/47BkmIm
Research by @lukeaparsons.bsky.social and colleagues @science.nature.org
🌲+ 🪚 = ❄️ - 🔥 (Cutting trees = more snow?) The math checks out
New science from the Washington Cascades show that the same forest treatments we use to reduce wildfire risk also hold more snow in our mountains
Fantastic science by TNC and University of Washington colleagues
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Healthy forests, wetlands, and soils reduce flood risk, yet they are often missing from disaster planning.
A new review shows research rarely considers the communities who depend on these ecosystems, highlighting why planning must connect nature with community needs. https://nature.ly/4ct7Z4y
Excited to kick off the 2026 Research Fellows Gathering next week! 🌍
Hosted by @nature.org , bringing together fellows from SNAP, Smithsonian, @upenn.edu and @wcs.org to connect, learn, and collaborate across disciplines and geographies.
#ResearchFellows #CollaborativeScience #ScienceForImpact
Salmon still surprise us, despite being some of the best studied animals 🐟 💙
Salmon have complex juvenile migrations and use diverse habitats outside their natal watershed before entering the sea. What we conserve matters for recovery!
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Wildfires reshape landscapes and reveal how nature rebuilds.
New research shows that low-cost drones and machine learning can track subtle post fire vegetation changes, helping teams monitor recovery in fire prone South African fynbos.
Read more about this work here https://nature.ly/40IiA4n
Had a great day on the water exploring restored oyster reefs and seagrass meadows with the VCR LTER and @science.nature.org on a field trip Sunday to kick off @benthicsmeeting.bsky.social this week!
New research reveals how wildfires can be leveraged to increase forest resilience. By working with nature, we can create more fire-resistant forests and reduce the impact of high-severity fires. It's time to work with nature, not against it! https://nature.ly/4s3Kofb
Grazing lands cover a third of the U.S. and hold major climate potential. A review shows wetland restoration and pasture planting offer the biggest boosts for carbon storage. With smart management and rancher leadership, these lands can drive real resilience.
🔗 Learn more https://nature.ly/4cIYlLe
