Jane Goodall’s Thoughts for a Reporter: ‘Hope Isn’t Just Wishful Thinking’

A Times correspondent who interviewed Dr. Goodall recalled their conversations about the state of the planet.

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Block Island’s Wind Farm Had Unexpected Benefits

Offshore turbines let Block Island shut down soot-spewing, earsplitting diesel generators. There were other benefits, too.

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Dusky Gopher Frogs Are Making a Comeback in Mississippi

Fewer than 100 dusky gopher frogs were known to remain. Thanks to some very dedicated humans, numbers are now on the rise.

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Lesser Prairie Chicken Loses Endangered Species Act Protections

A federal judge in Texas granted a request by the Trump administration, which said a Biden-era decision to safeguard the bird was flawed.

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Grizzlies Were Raiding Montana Farms. Then Came Some Formidable Dogs.

Bears have recently acquired a fondness for the good eating found around grain bins on Montana’s plains. That’s a big problem for humans and grizzlies alike.

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Pangolins Should Receive Endangered Protections, U.S. Officials Say

The armored mammals are trafficked for their scales and meat.

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Trump Officials Ask Texas Court to End Protections for Lesser Prairie Chicken

The lesser prairie chicken, known for the males’ quirky courtship dance, inhabits grasslands sought-after by farming and energy developers.

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The Connection Between Faith and Environmental Action

Leaders from many religions — including, notably, Pope Francis — have long sought to tie their faith to environmental stewardship.

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Bridges and Tunnels in Colorado Are Helping Animals Commute

The state has emerged as a leader in building wildlife crossings, which can save animals, money and human lives.

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Biodiversity Talks in Rome End

Delegates at global biodiversity talks in Rome agreed on a framework for monitoring environmental commitments and other measures.

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