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Before Hurricane Helene, there were just an estimated 200 to 500 Hickory Nut Gorge green salamanders (Aneides caryaensis) in existence. Now, after extensive flooding, its population numbers are unknown, though experts suspect it suffered significant losses. A team of conservationists is now trying to rescue this species from extinction through a captive breeding program.

The USDA Forest Service is closing 57 of its 77 research facilities in 31 states under a reorganization plan, threatening science that looked at how wildfires, drought, pests and global warming are putting pressure on forests. The agency plans to consolidate its research division into a centralized office in Fort Collins, Colo., and move field researchers to locations in nearby states.

NAA released its 2025 Annual Report, which highlights a year dedicated to supporting the efforts of those who work to safeguard ecologically significant landscapes. This report highlights the engaging and informative resources that united practitioners to exchange knowledge and best practices, further advancing the protection of biodiversity for future generations.

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