Conservation Archives

May 5 2026 | Mia Elliott

What Tourists Will (And Won’t) Pay For Whale Watching

A study of blue whale watchers in Mexico finds that boat crowding more than whale numbers shapes what tourists are willing to pay, with implications for animal welfare, local economies, and conservation. READ MORE

Apr 14 2026 | Meghann Cant

Animal Welfare Belongs In Sustainable Development Goals

This report makes the case for integrating animal health and welfare into the United Nations’ global sustainable development framework. READ MORE

Apr 13 2026 | Sada Rice

Do Wild Animal Videos Drive Meaningful Conservation Action?

Most wildlife content on YouTube expresses appreciation without a call to action. How can we shift “clicktivism” into real advocacy? READ MORE

Apr 7 2026 | Meghann Cant

Europe’s Role In Latin America’s Wildlife Trade

Europe is a major destination for wild animals trafficked from Latin America, largely due to legal loopholes that expose unregulated species to the exotic pet trade. READ MORE

Mar 30 2026 | Jessica Whiting

When Honeybees Steal The Show, Who’s Left Out Of The Spotlight?

Colorado residents think highly of honeybees, despite their harmful impacts on native insect pollinators. But a survey shows there’s strong support for protecting these other species that are so often overlooked. READ MORE

Mar 13 2026 | Konrad Müller

Climate Change Increases Conflict Between Humans And Wild Animals

Climate change can impact how wild animals move through the landscape. How does this affect rates of conflict with humans, and are some species more at risk than others? READ MORE

Feb 17 2026 | David Church

Lion-Keeping Is More Popular Than Ever In Thailand

By collecting and analyzing data on captive lions in Thailand over seven years, researchers identified ownership, breeding, and management trends for these non-native big cats. The consequences for animal welfare and public safety are significant. READ MORE

Jan 27 2026 | Clare Wieck

Compassionate Conservation: A “Do-Right-And-Do-Better” Approach To Nature Protection

Traditional conservation accepts animal harm as part of its work, while compassionate conservation questions this. This has led to critics claiming compassionate conservation is a “do-nothing” framework — but is it? READ MORE