WASHINGTON— The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today released its Vulnerable Species Action Plan, setting forth a blueprint for helping to prevent the extinction of 27 of the plants and animals ...

As he walks briskly between lofted enclosures, the zookeeper looks for signs of heat stress in his winged charges: open-mouth breathing, tucking down into the shade too early or acting in ways ...

Plants are the backbone of our communities. They make up our food supply and the ecosystems we rely on. However, they’re under constant attack from weeds, insect pests, diseases, and other dangers.

I am new to gardening in this area and wondering if there are any maintenance practices I should use to prevent animal damage in my garden. I have heard that deer can be a big problem. — José Alvarez, ...

TUCSON, Ariz.— The Center for Biological Diversity today filed a 60-day notice of intent to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for failing to provide habitat protection to Bartram’s stonecrop, a ...

Petscaping is a new term for designing outdoor landscapes with pet safety in mind. Many common plants, such as Sago palms and Coonties, are toxic to pets. Pet owners should research plants and create ...

A world-first study reveals an acoustic interaction between plants and insects. In the study, the team focused on female moths and found that they make a critical decision—where to lay their ...