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Wildlife Encounters in Costa Rica
WWF’s Keith Arnold joined a group of travelers on a Natural Habitat Adventures trip to witness Costa Rica’s stunning biodiversity. During his trip, he was able to capture photos of the abundant wildlife that the country
Read More »How to Identify Tortoiseshell Souvenirs
Hawksbill sea turtles play a vital role in the world’s oceans. They help maintain the health of coral reefs by removing prey such as sponges from the reef’s surface, allowing better access for reef
Read More »Traveler Edition: Tips for Protecting Sea Turtles & Their Nesting Sites
Conservation efforts from around the world have contributed to the recent rise in sea turtle populations. Protecting beaches, regulating fishing, and the development of protected areas have played a large role in preserving the
Read More »Belize Shells Up Turtle Protection
Belize is fringed by a vibrant expanse of living coral, known as the Mesoamerican Reef System. It’s a Caribbean underwater paradise—a snorkeler’s dream and an endangered sea turtle’s lifeline. Stretching from Mexico to Guatemala, this
Read More »Quickly Losing Protections: Our Birds, Lands and Oceans
One hundred and eleven years ago, the American Antiquities Act of 1906 was passed. It authorizes the president to designate federally managed lands as national monuments in order to conserve important archaeological, historic and
Read More »Wildlife Photo of the Week: Hello World!
Every Friday, we choose our favorite photo of the week from our Wildlife Photo of the Day website. This week we chose an baby olive ridley turtle. Photographer Shreya Singha Ray was volunteering with hatchlings
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