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CONSERVATION NEWS

News, views and features from the front lines of conservation

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In a long-lost city, scientists find an ‘exuberance’ of life

By Jamey Anderson

May 23, 2018
A team of researchers led by Conservation International explored the biological treasures that exist in an inaccessible corner of Central America.
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Research: Climate change disrupting farming in Central America

By Sophie Bertazzo

March 2, 2017
New CI research gives farmers and other decision-makers the full picture of climate change impacts in Central America.
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Expedition to ‘island of sharks’ gathers hundreds of hours of new ocean data

By Monika Naranjo Gonzalez

January 23, 2017
Over 10 days, 18 scientists logged 310 dives in Cocos Island’s waters. Here’s what they found.
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Murders of environmental activists reflect chronic clashes over resource use

By Carlos Manuel Rodriguez

March 31, 2016
The tragic loss of Berta Cáceres and other activists is a frightening omen for the future of the land they fought to protect.
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