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Bullfighting in Spain: Cruelty Your Travel Money Should Not Supporthttps://conservationmag.org/en/travel/bullfighting-in-spain-cruelty-your-travel-money-should-not-support

01 August 2020 New calls to ban bullfighting have been voiced from the activists – La Tortura No Es Cultura (Torture Is Not Culture) after Spain's first bullfight, since lockdown, ended with another slaughtered animal. Warning: Some images in this article contain...

APEXEL 100mm Mobile Phone Macro Photography: Unlocking the Secret World of Insectshttps://conservationmag.org/en/photography/apexel-100mm-mobile-phone-macro-photography-unlocking-the-secret-world-of-insects

18 October 2024 As someone who’s always been fascinated by the tiny, intricate world of insects, I’ve spent years trying to capture their beauty through photography. Like many nature enthusiasts and conservationists, I wanted to document the incredible diversity...

What Are the Products of Photosynthesis? A Simple Breakdownhttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/what-are-the-by-products-of-photosynthesis

04 October 2022 Let’s start with some basic biology. Plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into chemical energy that takes the form of organic compounds that they use for growth and reproduction. The process also produces other gases, called...

Hanging with Orangutans and Walking with Elephants: Eco-Tourism in 2024https://conservationmag.org/en/travel/hanging-with-orangutans-and-walking-with-elephants-eco-tourism-in-2024

31 January 2024 In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, eco-tourism stands out as a way to explore the planet's beauty while actively contributing to its preservation. A 2020 study on the future of UN Sustainability Goals and Southeast Asian tourism...

How a South African Festival is Cultivating a Carbon-Negative Futurehttps://conservationmag.org/en/sustainable-lifestyle/how-a-south-african-festival-is-cultivating-a-carbon-negative-future

17 June 2025 What if the answer to the triple planetary crisis — climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss — came not from a boardroom, but a music festival? In Africa’s southernmost indigenous forests, we showed it’s possible. At Reforest Fest 2025,...

Green Cities Thrive: How Urban Nature Boosts Health and Communityhttps://conservationmag.org/en/component/content/article/green-cities-thrive-how-urban-nature-boosts-health-and-community?catid=65

09 June 2025 We may be modern urban dwellers, surrounded by concrete and steel, yet beneath our routines lies a deep-rooted need to connect with the natural world. This instinct, known as biophilia, describes “an instinctive human desire to connect to nature,” and...

Scenic tour: Rooi Els, Pringle Bay and the Penguin colony in Betty's Bayhttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/penguin-colony-in-betty-s-bay

07 April 2019 On the way to the Whale Coast in Hermanus from Cape Town you will find the less well known Penguin Colony in Betty's Bay On the way to the Whale Coast in Hermanus from Cape Town, why not drive the scenic R44 route via Rooi Els, Pringle Bay to the...

Urban Green Spaces: The Secret to Happier, Healthier Citieshttps://conservationmag.org/en/component/content/article/urban-green-spaces-the-secret-to-happier-healthier-cities?catid=65

09 June 2025 Modern city dwellers remain creatures of nature at heart, and growing research underlines how green spaces in urban environments shape our psychological well-being. In an article by Metka Novak, award-winning urban and environmental planner Tony...

From "Gamification" to Data Science: Using Agent-Based Models to Teach Social-Ecological Systemshttps://conservationmag.org/en/magazine/from-gamification-to-data-science-using-agent-based-models-to-teach-social-ecological-systems

The Amazon Rainforest fires: how to douse the flameshttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/the-amazon-rainforest-fires-how-to-douse-the-flames

25 August 2019 ‘The Amazon Rainforest is on fire!’ A symbolic interpretation of this expression indicates that the forest is doing well and being cared for by us. Indeed, neither the forest nor we are fortunate enough to claim this. So, what is happening? Why should...

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15 July 2021 Mountains: Exploring the Majestic Peaks and Ecosystems Mountains are some of the most awe-inspiring natural features on the planet, offering breathtaking views, unique ecosystems, and incredible biodiversity. From towering peaks to rugged terrain,...

Dimming Lights: Witnessing the Enchanting Firefly Show in the Smoky Mountains National Parkhttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/dimming-lights-witnessing-the-enchanting-firefly-show-in-the-smoky-mountains-national-park

21 December 2023 Captivating journey through the heart of the Smoky Mountains National Park, where the enchanting Fireflies Show unfolds in a mesmerizing symphony of light. Immerse yourself in the magic of nature's glow as we explore the intricacies of firefly...

Pico da Neblina: Trekking Brazil's Sacred Amazonian Peak with the Yanomamihttps://conservationmag.org/en/travel/pico-da-neblina-trekking-brazils-sacred-amazonian-peak-with-the-yanomami

13 May 2025 In the early 16th century, respected Spanish chronicler Gonzalo Oveido described the glittering kingdom of El Dorado, whose ruler was coated in gold dust daily, and which could be found east of the Andes, in the Amazon jungle. That Oveido hadn’t been...

Scientists Demand 'Paradigm Shift' After Study Shows 'Frightening' Decline of Insects and Spidershttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/scientists-demand-paradigm-shift-after-study-shows-decline-of-insects-and-spiders

03 November 2019 Scientists behind a decade-long biodiversity study published Wednesday, which showed "frightening" declines of insects and spiders in German grasslands and forests, are calling for a "paradigm shift" in land-use policy. "Current initiatives to address...

In New Zealand, Conservation Is Buoyed by Indigenous Knowledgehttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/in-new-zealand-conservation-is-buoyed-by-indigenous-knowledge

13 September 2022 Freshwater crayfish have inhabited New Zealand for millions of years. They have dark, hard, and mottled shells, allowing them to blend in with logs and mud as they seek cover from predators. At night the crustaceans search for food, their strong...