Fall 2026
In this issue, read about how farmers, ranchers, beekeepers, and a host of local, state, national, and international partners are working with WWF to protect the incredible Maya forest in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula.
In addition, since 2017, NOAA and WWF have been protecting nesting leatherback sea turtles and their eggs along a nine-mile stretch of beach in Buru Island, Indonesia. The local community has nearly eliminated egg poaching.
See the full list of articles below.
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In depth
In Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, protecting a historic and biodiverse landscape
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An Indonesian island commits to safeguarding the world’s biggest turtle
On Indonesia’s Buru Island, communities are helping endangered leatherback turtles recover through protection, monitoring, and education.
© WWF-US/Sirachai Arunrugstichai
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In Mexico’s Maya Forest, communities are protecting jaguars, restoring livelihoods, and securing nature for future generations.
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The Yucatán Peninsula
WWF and partners are securing long-term conservation across the Yucatán, benefiting people, wildlife, climate, and culture. -
Mapping climate consequences for mangrove forests
The Yucatán Peninsula
WWF uses sensors and AI to monitor Yucatán mangroves, improving conservation and strengthening climate resilience. -
Why protecting the Yucatán matters
President's Letter
Carter Roberts on how the Yucatán’s geology, culture, and biodiversity shape a conservation story rooted in people, nature, and history. -
On Indonesia’s Buru Island, communities are helping endangered leatherback turtles recover through protection, monitoring, and education.
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European eels and other migratory freshwater fish need coordinated global action to keep rivers connected and prevent decline.
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A rare jaguar sighting in Arizona offers hope that North America’s largest cat can still survive at the edge of its historic range.
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A new bait-launching device helps stop plague in prairie dog colonies, protecting endangered black-footed ferrets and ecosystems.
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Discover how sustainable tuna fishing helps protect marine ecosystems, supports livelihoods, and improves fisheries management.
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A remarkable orangutan encounter in Borneo highlights the challenges of human-wildlife coexistence as forests continue to disappear.
