Biogeography
Biogeography is the study of the geographical distribution of plants and animals.
Reintroduction of the Mexican wolf nears 25th anniversary
Reintroduction efforts to improve Mexican wolf populations in the wild began in 1998 and recent populations now exceed 200 wolves.
Monarch Butterfly Overwintering in California
November and December are the best times to see large clusters of monarch butterflies overwintering in the coastal groves of California.
What Are Microforests? Benefits, Criticisms, and the Miyawaki Method
Microforests, also known as Miyawaki forests, are gaining attention as a way to support biodiversity, cool cities, and restore nature in urban areas.
What is the Difference Between a Crow and a Raven
Here are some ways you can determine the difference between the common raven (Corvus corax) and the American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos).
Study: Human Activities Have Changed How Wolves Hunt Deer
Logging, linear features, and human infrastructure are changing where wolves hunt for deer.
Acorn Woodpeckers in Northern California
Acorn woodpeckers can be found in a range of habitats in Northern California where oak trees are present.
Mapping the World’s Tidal Marshes
The first global map of tidal marsh locations was developed using satellite-based imagery.
Timing Mismatch is Resulting in Fewer Birds
A study has found that shifts in the timing of spring seasons, linked to climate change, are impacting bird breeding patterns and leading to less offspring.
Wildfires in Canada
Canada's boreal forests are facing a strong start to the 2023 wildfire season in Alberta and British Columbia.
Boreal Forests of North America are Shrinking
Boreal forests in North America are defying predictions of northward expansion in response to climate change.
2023 Wildfires in the Western United States
So far in early August of 2023, the wildfire season in the western United States has not been as intense as prior years when a years-long drought was raging.
Florida’s Burmese Python Invasion
The introduction of the Burmese Python into Florida has resulted in the decline of many native mammals in the Florida Everglades.
Why Sierra Nevada Forests Are Becoming Climate Mismatched
Scientists found that many Sierra Nevada conifer forests are no longer suited to today's climate, increasing the risk of long-term forest decline.
Chaparral in California
Chaparral ecosystems in California are characterized by dense shrubs and rocky terrains and span from maritime zones to mountain slopes.
Geography of Vultures in the United States
Discover where turkey vultures, black vultures, and California condors live across the United States and what shapes their distribution.
Painted Lady Butterflies Have the World’s Longest Known Migration
Learn how painted lady butterflies complete the world's longest known butterfly migration, traveling up to 9,000 miles between Europe and Africa.
Wildlife Conservation in the Face of Climate Change: The Importance of Protected Areas
Protected areas are important for providing refuge to amphibians and reptiles impacted by climate change.
Geography of Bees
Bees, crucial pollinators, inhabit every continent except Antarctica. With over 20,000 species, they face threats from climate change and habitat loss.
Using Ancient DNA to Reconstruct Past Ecosystems
Two-million-year-old DNA from Greenland's permafrost reveals a rich ancient ecosystem, including mastodons, showing past climate impacts and adaptation.
History of Artificial Coral Reefs
Researchers have found success in using submerged ships and other artificial structures to help build coral reefs.
Geography of Coral Reefs
Learn about how coral reefs are formed, their growth, distribution, and the looming threats they face from environmental changes.
Mapping Bee Populations: Understanding Distribution and Conservation
Scientists use spatial science to monitor bee populations and address declines caused by insecticides, habitat loss, and climate change.
How Reintroducing Wolves Changed Yellowstone National Park
Scientists have documented the trophic cascade effect of reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone National Park.
Mapping Small Bird Migrations
Our understanding of bird migrations is changing as a result of tracking devices on birds, especially for small bird species.
Tallgrass Prairie
The American Tallgrass prairie was once one of the largest and most diverse continuous ecosystems on the planet.
Biogeography Definitions
Here are some common terms in biogeography, a field of geography that studies the distribution of species.