Environmental News

A curated set of environmental news stories brought to you by the Gottlieb Native Garden team.

Wildlife filmmakers in San Diego launch Mammalz network for nature lovers

Mammalz, a new social network for nature lovers created by two San Diego-based wildlife filmmakers, is officially live for beta users.

Wildlife filmmakers in San Diego launch Mammalz network for nature lovers

Mammalz, a new social network for nature lovers created by two San Diego-based wildlife filmmakers, is officially live for beta users.

How California Wildfires Can Impact Water Availability

The Sierra Nevada Mountains provide up to 70% of the state’s water resources, yet there is little known on how wildfires will impact water resources in the future.

National Wildlife Day – September 4, 2019

America marks National Wildlife Day on September 4. It’s an opportunity for everyone to step back, take a deep breath and think about all that surrounds us.

California becomes first state to ban fur trapping after Gov. Newsom signs law

California has enacted a new ban on fur trapping for animal pelts, making it the first state to outlaw a centuries-old livelihood that was intertwined with the rise of the Western frontier.

An interview with a sustainable farmer

There is an increasing movement in the farming industry towards sustainable and regenerative agriculture.

CONSERVATION FOR KIDS

Are you deciding that you’re interested in animals and plants, like being outside or exploring wild places, and are generally intrigued by the wonder of living on this green-and-blue planet surrounded by billions of stars?

Wildlife experts unsure how federal rollbacks will affect local bird populations

Federal Endangered Species Act changes leave unanswered questions

Insects Lose as Trump Administration Weakens the Endangered Species Act

The Trump administration has introduced changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) that are truly disastrous for endangered pollinators and other wildlife. 

HOW CAT POOP KILLS CALIFORNIA SEA OTTERS

New research traces fatal strains of the parasite Toxoplasma gondii in California sea otters to feral domestic cats and bobcats from nearby watersheds.