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Avian Influenza

On a new episode of our podcast, WCS’s Global Health team has been closely watching the spread of avian influenza—first as it decimated populations of bird species around the world, and more recently when it jumped to mammals.

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Nature's Strongholds

Where nature is strong, for people and planet.

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USFICA Advances

The proposed US Foundation for International Conservation Act would create a public-private vehicle to support nature and people. With passage through the House Foreign Affairs Committee, it has taken an important step.

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2023 WCS Impact Report


"I have hope because of the incredibly talented and dedicated people who work at WCS—and who support WCS. With their passion and ideas and hard work, I know we can make the change that we need in the world."

MONICA P. MEDINAPresident and CEO

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Hudson Canyon

The U.S. Federal Government is considering naming the largest submarine canyon along the Atlantic Coast a National Marine Sanctuary. It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to support marine conservation.

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WCS Wild Audio

Listen to our award-winning podcast for reported audio stories from our headquarters in New York and around the world.

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In the news

March 07, 2024 | Save Our Seas

Tackling the Fin Trade

In 2022, an historic decision was made to bring 90% of the shark fin trade under CITES regulation. It’s exciting, WCS Luke Warwick says , but hard work lies ahead: implementation.

February 27, 2024 | Popular Science

NASA and Google Earth Engine Help Save Tigers

They are assisting with a new program that offers decision makers critical, near-real time tools for tiger conservation efforts.

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