March 20, 2025
The Database of Island Invasive Species Eradications (DIISE)
The DIISE is full of important, publicly-accessible data about projects to remove invasive species from islands all around the world!
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Ready to dive into the world of island restoration? Bridging the gap between science and storytelling, our Journal entries cover everything from relevant news articles to firsthand accounts from our field staff.
Return of the Rails: Signs of Recovery on Floreana Island
A locally-extinct species of ground-dwelling bird was found on Floreana Island!
March 20, 2025
The DIISE is full of important, publicly-accessible data about projects to remove invasive species from islands all around the world!
March 11, 2025
New environmental DNA technology can help protect vulnerable island ecosystems from destructive invasive species.
March 5, 2025
Travel like a local to Aotearoa New Zealand with one of our resident Kiwis' 5 favorite outdoor adventure spots!
February 27, 2025
A locally-extinct species of ground-dwelling bird was found on Floreana Island!
February 26, 2025
Takutea in the Cook Islands is on its way to reviving its entire ecosystem in a community-led effort.
February 20, 2025
February 20, 2025, Bluff, New Zealand – The international conservation initiative, Island-Ocean Connection Challenge (IOCC), led by Island Conservation, Re:wild,…
February 17, 2025
Great Sitkin is a beautiful Aleutian island threatened by invasive rats. Read about what makes this place so special!
April 3, 2025
A new marine sanctuary preserves the sea around two key atolls in the Republic of the Marshall Islands: Bikar and…
January 21, 2025
Our work in Tonumea and Kelefesia shows how Tonga is leading the way in restoration and rewilding in the Pacific!
January 6, 2025
Some truly good news to brighten your day. Enjoy these stories of people helping to heal the natural world--and succeeding!
December 23, 2024
A new home for an endangered snake is motivating collaboration in the Caribbean!
November 18, 2024
Our projects to restore key islets in Nukufetau Atoll forecast climate resilience and community benefits in Tuvalu!
November 18, 2024
Mona Island, Puerto Rico is a key nesting ground for endangered species--but it's in danger! Read about our project to…
November 13, 2024
Read Coral Wolf's interview about the thrilling news of rare birds nesting on Kamaka
October 29, 2024
Audubon's Shearwaters are nesting on Desecheo Island for the first time ever! Read about how we used social attraction to…
August 27, 2024
Three Island-Ocean Connection Challenge projects in the Republic of the Marshall Islands bring hope for low-lying coral atolls!
July 3, 2024
A new article in Caribbean Ornithology heralds the success of one of our most exciting restoration projects: Desecheo Island, Puerto…
January 15, 2025
We're joining the Global Rewilding Alliance, a network of environmental organizations around the world!
November 12, 2024
Endangered Polynesian storm-petrels returning to Kamaka Island, French Polynesia within one month of social attraction tools being deployed. Polynesian…
August 6, 2024
New research shows the vital link between island restoration, healthy seabird populations, and resilient, thriving coral reefs!
June 11, 2024
Read about Nathaniel Hanna Holloway's experience doing marine monitoring in the Galápagos!
June 5, 2024
A recent monitoring trip to Late Island shows promising results!
April 18, 2024
Everything you need to know about nature-based carbon capture and how it helps islands build climate resilience!
April 4, 2024
Learn how bird poop is the key to healthy island wildlife, coral reefs, and communities!
April 2, 2024
Loosiep Island in Ulithi Atoll, Yap State, is now confirmed to be free from damaging invasive species!
March 25, 2024
Penny Becker, Island Conservation’s Vice President of Conservation, wrote an article about connector species that was recently featured by our…
March 18, 2024
Island Conservation turns 30! Three decades of work add up to an immeasurable number of positive impacts.
February 13, 2025
Islands are some of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Biodiversity, habitat diversity, and climate resilience are all linked…
February 9, 2025
Follow these top environmental blogs to keep updated on the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in the conservation world!
January 13, 2025
How do islands support the world's plant biodiversity? A new study in Nature reveals just how important islands are for…
December 17, 2024
Caren Loebel-Fried's new book tells the story of what it takes to save a species, introducing a new generation to…
November 5, 2024
Island Conservation attended the 16th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity!
October 3, 2024
Island Conservation and partners have published a new paper quantifying ecosystem resilience on restored islands!
August 22, 2024
Island Conservation's new Vice President was interviewed on ABC. Listen now to hear about amazing recovery on islands around the…
August 12, 2024
How do nutrients move between ecosystems, and how do connector species help make nitrogen available to plants and animals? Read…
May 13, 2024
What is holistic restoration? Read all about this incredible method to restore ecosystems for people and nature!
April 25, 2024
What are biodiversity hotspots, and why are islands so often found within them? Here's everything you need to know!
January 23, 2025
A new plant species has been described--showing just how important islands are for global plant biodiversity!
December 16, 2024
Looking for that perfect gift for the environmentally-conscious people in your life? Our gift guide has you covered!
December 9, 2024
Groundbreaking research has the potential to transform the way we monitor invasive species on islands!
November 22, 2024
This historic agreement aims to protect the marine and coastal areas of the Southeast Pacific.
February 21, 2024
Researchers on Palmyra Atoll have discovered the best methods for removing invasive coconut palms and restoring native plants!
October 16, 2023
A new plant species endemic to Hawai'i has been officially classified, underscoring islands' unique biodiversity.
August 13, 2020
Researchers establish explicit connections between invasive vertebrate eradication on islands and socioeconomic and human health benefits to island communities, addressing…
February 7, 2020
Lonesome George who died in 2012 and was previously thought to be the last world’s last Pinta Galapagos Giant Tortoise…
May 20, 2019
Island Conservation Director of Conservation, Erin Hagen, speaks with WIRED about a recent UN report and the benefits of invasive…
February 20, 2016
The Green Sea Turtle is making a comeback! This endangered species had a successful year of breeding in 2015 at…
December 10, 2024
We're using a cutting-edge new tool to sense and detect animals in remote locations. Find out how!
December 4, 2024
Ann Singeo, founder of our partner organization the Ebiil Society, shares her vision for a thriving Palau and a flourishing…
October 31, 2024
Emily Raboteau‘s 2024 essay collection, Lessons for Survival: Mothering Against the Apocalypse, offers a unique view into our present moment.…
August 1, 2024
Cameron Diver, our new VP of Conservation, talks international relations, community engagement, and the bright future of conservation!
July 10, 2024
After 8 impactful years, Dr. Karen Poiani officially hands the reins over to our new Chief Executive Officer – Dr. Penny…
March 7, 2024
Meet six amazing women of the conservation world, leading the way to a planet bursting with vibrant, resilient ecosystems!
December 20, 2023
Learn about DEI, environmental justice, and the motivating ethic of our mission in this interview with Aleida Fuentes-Boles!
November 13, 2023
Island Conservation's GIS Data Science Specialist shares how her experience on Floreana has been shaped by community.
November 2, 2023
A monthly donor to Island Conservation shares what makes his charitable giving so impactful!
October 18, 2023
Bren Ram shares what it's like to do conservation communications at an international organization for restoring and rewilding islands!
May 20, 2024
Happy International Day for Biological Diversity! We're using innovation to accelerate recovery on islands around the world. Find out how!
May 6, 2024
Our team returns from Late Island, Tonga with reports that our conservation actions work! Read notes from our Conservation Impact…
March 5, 2024
Investing in new technology and harnessing the power of innovation to save islands is at the core of what we…
March 4, 2024
Machine learning is helping restore Robinson Crusoe Island! Lenovo's Work for Humankind initiative funds the cutting edge of conservation.
March 4, 2024
Island Conservation seeks proposals from companies that can provide aerial support in the form of Uncrewed Aerial Systems or Helicopters.
February 20, 2024
A generous grant from NASA allows us and our partners to maximize the benefits of our island restoration work!
January 26, 2024
Island Conservation Innovation Team Members and Mississippi State University Researchers Co-Author Scientific Publication on Using New Method to Identify Invasive…
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