LandScope America—a collaborative project of NatureServe and the National Geographic Society—is a new online resource for the land-protection community and the public. By bringing together maps, data, photos, and stories about America’s natural places and open spaces, our goal is to inform and inspire conservation of our lands and waters.
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Bird Conservation
Since birds don't recognize the convenient boundaries of borders and property lines, conserving habitat for them requires wide-ranging partnerships and collaborations. Learn who's working together to protect these ever-present companions.
Conservation News and Updates
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US: Endangered Species Act meeting goals for 90% of species
A new study found that of 110 species receiving federal protection under the Endangered Species Act, 90% are on-track to meet recovery goals. However, the majority of threatened species do not receive federal protection.
Your Olive Branch, 21 May 2012 -
World: Citizen science creates a lot of valuable data
While efforts to involve citizens in gathering rigorous scientific data have been around for over a century (Audubon's Christmas Bird Count), new websites and tools are making it easier and more helpful than ever.
United Press International, 18 May 2012 -
ME: Huge conservation easement gets approval
The Nature Conservancy, the Forest Society of Maine, and the Plum Creek timber company came together to create a conservation easement protecting 363,000 acres around Moosehead Lake.
Kennebec Journal, 16 May 2012 -
US: Nation has hottest 12 months on record
The period from May 2011 to April 2012 was the warmest 12 months, averaged across the entire country, since records began in 1895.
Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2012 -
NJ: Ocean floor healthier than expected
A study based on biological indicators found that the ocean floor off the coast of New Jersey is healthier than state and national officials expected.
Asbury Park Press, 14 May 2012
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Release Notes v0.8.6
March 5, 2012 by Editor
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LandScope America receives support from ExxonMobil to enhance display of scientific information
October 13, 2010
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