Kiley Price

2 weeks ago | insideclimatenews.org | Kiley Price

Over the weekend and through Monday, devastating tornadoes, storms and hail slammed parts of the Midwestern and Southern United States, killing more than 25 people and razing dozens of homes. As survivors take stock of their tattered property, they’re also prepping for more severe weather today and throughout the week. Meanwhile, the storm front is expected to expand farther eastward.

3 weeks ago | insideclimatenews.org | Kiley Price

When it comes to wildlife and plant conservation, “pretty privilege” is pervasive. Data shows that people put the bulk of their donation dollars toward supporting the animal kingdom’s most charismatic species, like elephants and tigers. While protecting these animals is crucial, less visually appealing critters like dull-colored rodents or drab lizards often get just a tiny fraction of the already limited funding for global conservation—even if they are among the most threatened.

3 weeks ago | insideclimatenews.org | Kiley Price

Many of the world’s waterways are awash with varying levels of pharmaceuticals, according to a wide body of research. These medical byproducts come from all different sources, including industrial dumping and agriculture. They can even come from our own waste; peoples’ bodies don’t absorb all the medication they take, so much of it ends up in the sewage system, which then frequently releases into the environment.

4 weeks ago | insideclimatenews.org | Kiley Price

If an animal is born in captivity, can it ever truly thrive in the wild? The answer is complicated. As escalating threats, from climate change to development, decimate biodiversity, scientists and conservationists are scrambling to raise certain species in captivity. The goal: Eventually release them back into their habitats to rebuild populations. The latest poster child for this approach—known as captive or conservation breeding—may be the axolotl, a wide-headed salamander native to Mexico City.

4 weeks ago | ecotopical.com | Kiley Price

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