California faces some of the most severe water challenges in the United States. From long-lasting droughts and devastating wildfires to seasonal flooding, the state is constantly battling the extremes of climate change. In the middle of this struggle, one surprising ally has emerged—the beaver. Often misunderstood as simple dam-builders, beavers…
California is a biodiversity hotspot, but in 2025 many bird species are under intense pressure from climate change, habitat destruction, and human activity. Rising temperatures, longer droughts, stronger storms, and sea-level rise are reshaping wetlands, coastlines, and forests. At the same time, ongoing urban growth, changing agricultural practices, and pollution…
California is at the center of a groundbreaking movement to protect wildlife through wildlife corridors. With highways, urban sprawl, and development cutting across natural habitats, the state faces increasing pressure to restore connectivity for animals ranging from mountain lions and bobcats to deer and desert bighorn sheep. Over the next…
The global challenge of feeding billions of people while protecting ecosystems has sparked one of the most urgent questions of our time: Can farmers and wildlife truly coexist? The answer is yes, but it requires sustainable agriculture practices that balance productivity with biodiversity. Farmers need to secure their livelihoods, while…
California is renowned for its staggering diversity of plants and animals — and nowhere is that diversity more vulnerable or more essential than in its wetland ecosystems. Wetlands — including marshes, swamps, riparian zones, vernal pools, estuaries, and floodplain meadows — are among the most biodiverse and threatened habitats in…
As urban areas expand at an unprecedented rate, the relationship between cities and wildlife has become one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. While cities provide shelter, jobs, and opportunities for people, they also reshape landscapes and disrupt natural ecosystems. This article explores how urbanization affects animal…