The ongoing global biodiversity crisis not only involves biological extinctions, but also the
loss of experience and the gradual fading of cultural knowledge and collective memory of …

Zoos and aquariums have evolved significantly. From their origins as enclosures for the
mere entertainment of the public, these institutions have undertaken new functions …

Given its extensive volume and reach, social media has the potential to widely spread
conservation messaging and be a powerful tool to mobilize social change for conserving …

Conservation strategies based on charismatic flagship species, such as tigers, lions, and
elephants, successfully attract funding from individuals and corporate donors. However …

Research into the conditions that promote good animal welfare is essential to equip zoos
and aquariums with the knowledge to create environments in which animals thrive. In order …

Commonly used in the literature to refer to the “attractiveness”,“appeal”, or “beauty” of a
species, charisma can be defined as a set of characteristics–and the perception thereof–that …

Identifying efficient biodiversity indicators is a key pillar of the global conservation strategy.
Top predators have been proposed as reliable biodiversity signposts, but their role is …

Human interest in biodiversity is essential for effective conservation action but remains
poorly quantified at large scales. Here, we investigated human interest for 2408 marine reef …

Biodiversity is a portmanteau word to indicate the variety of life at all levels from genes to
ecosystems, but it is often simplistically equated to species richness; the word ecodiversity …

Translocations are an important conservation tool that enable the restoration of species and
their ecological functions. They are particularly important during the current environmental …