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Biodiversity National Wildlife Federation

Extinction is a natural part of life on Earth. Over the history of the planet, most of the species that ever existed evolved and then gradually went extinct. Species go extinct because of … See more

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How Healthy Forests Combat Climate Change and Build Healthy …

WEBNow, more than ever, our country needs effective and science-based approaches to better protect both public health and the natural ecosystems that support …

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Connecting Kids and Nature National Wildlife Federation

WEBFor decades the National Wildlife Federation has worked to connect children and youth with nature, inspiring children through Ranger Rick® magazine, working with educators to get …

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Disease National Wildlife Federation

WEBDiseases Threatening U.S. Wildlife. Chytrid Fungus: Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (or “chytrid” for short), is a fungus that grows on the skin of amphibians, interfering with their …

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Predator Impacts on the Spread of Chronic Wasting Disease

WEBChronic wasting disease (CWD) is a fatal prion disease — a disease caused by misfolded proteins in the brain — impacting cervids, such as deer, elk, and moose, …

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What You Need to Know Before Spraying for Mosquitoes

WEBRecently, thousands of monarch butterflies were found dead in the Fargo-Moorhead area of North Dakota and Minnesota after aerial spraying of a 100-square …

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Ecosystem Services National Wildlife Federation

WEBThe Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA), a major UN-sponsored effort to analyze the impact of human actions on ecosystems and human well-being, identified four major …

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Polar Bear National Wildlife Federation

WEBPolar bears are the largest carnivorous land mammals on Earth. They are about seven to eight feet long, measured from the nose to the tip of their very short tail. Male polar …

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A Bold Plan to Protect and Restore the Ohio River Basin

WEBThe Ohio River Basin restoration plan will benefit the environment and economy by: Restoring wetlands and other wildlife habitats to support clean water and …

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Understanding Conservation National Wildlife Federation

WEBUnderstanding Conservation. Wildlife conservation is the preservation and protection of animals, plants, and their habitats. By conserving wildlife, we're ensuring that future …

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Power Plant Rule Advances Clean Energy Economy, Highlights …

WEBWASHINGTON, D.C. — The Environmental Protection Agency’s power-plant emissions rule will make crucial progress in limiting dangerous emissions, however the …

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How Trees Make a Difference

WEBHere are 10 proven ways that trees make a big difference for communities: 1. Trees Provide Habitat for Wildlife. Three main components of wildlife habitat: food, cover, and places to …

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PFAS Are Contaminating Our Fish – What This Means and What …

WEBMoreover, FCAs should clearly and accurately explain the relevant risks and be translated into languages appropriate to the local community. Translated signage …

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Invasive Species National Wildlife Federation

WEBInvasive species are among the leading threats to native wildlife. Approximately 42 percent of threatened or endangered species are at risk due to invasive species. Human health …

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Pollution National Wildlife Federation

WEBPollution. Every day the byproducts of our daily lives—sewage, exhaust, trash, agricultural and lawn chemicals, industrial and powerplant emissions, and more—make their way via …

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Monarch Butterfly National Wildlife Federation

WEBDescription. The large and brilliantly-colored monarch butterfly is among the most easily recognizable of the butterfly species that call North America home. They have two sets …

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Venus Flytrap National Wildlife Federation

WEBThe Venus flytrap is a flowering plant best known for its carnivorous eating habits. The “trap” is made of two hinged lobes at the end of each leaf. On the inner surfaces of the …

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Protecting the Chesapeake Bay National Wildlife Federation

WEBThe National Wildlife Federation advocates for clean water policies at the state and federal level to protect the Chesapeake Bay. As the 2017 and 2025 pollution deadlines …

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Despite Moderate Harmful Algal Blooms Forecast, Pollution …

WEBJun 29, 2023. CLEVELAND — The moderate, smaller-than-average Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) outbreak predicted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is …

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