Habitats and species
Notes from the field: Himalayas
A glimpse of a snow leopard is a rare delight, but the mountains are always alive with their presence, says scientist Rishi Kumar Sharma
Notes from the field: Antarctic seals
How do you survey sleeping seals? Very carefully, reports polar scientist Prem Gill
Celebrating 60 years of WWF
As we mark our 60th anniversary in 2021, we take a look at some of the amazing successes you’ve helped us achieve
UK wildlife feeling the heat
The effects of climate change can already be seen close to home, with UK wildlife facing unprecedented challenges
The world’s climate change hotspots
Climate change could make critical ecosystems around the globe unsuitable for wildlife or people. Here are some of the stories from the affected areas
Make nature our climate hero
Nature can be one of our greatest allies in the fight against climate change. We’re calling for urgent action from governments to limit global warming to 1.5ºC – with the help of nature-based solutions
Video: Koala rescue!
A year after being rescued from the catastrophic bushfires of 2019–20, Annie the koala has returned to the wild
You helped Kenya go a year with zero rhino poaching
Thanks to you, not a single rhino was killed by poachers in Kenya during 2020 – the first time that’s happened in more than 20 years
Seeds of hope
One incredible plant species could boost biodiversity, help human livelihoods and play a role in fighting the climate emergency. That’s why we’ve launched the biggest project of its kind in the UK – to restore seagrass
Elephants in the line of fire
Just like us, elephants feel complex emotions, including trauma, grief and loss. So we’re fighting to protect them from the horror of the illegal ivory trade. Find out how you’re helping us stamp out crime on the front line
You’ve helped us protect vital Scottish peatlands
Scotland’s unique peatlands are home to rare wildlife as well as storing huge amounts of carbon – and with your support we can stop their destruction
Forest regeneration offers hope for the future
An area of forest almost twice the size of the British Isles has grown back this century, showing the huge potential for nature to regenerate if we give it the chance
Thermal tech in the Arctic
We’ve tested cutting-edge technology using thermal cameras to help polar bears and people live together more safely
Driving down demand for ivory in China
Our work to raise awareness has helped slow the illegal ivory trade
Gallery: Richard Barrett’s Wild World
Join photographer Richard Barrett on a tour of the globe in search of some of its most legendary creatures in his new photo book
A burning problem
Around the world, wildfires are raging with unprecedented ferocity. But with your help, we’re taking action to tackle the causes and help communities deal with these devastating blazes
Arctic Ablaze
Wildfires have become a global problem, with colder regions now suffering the effects of devastating blazes as long-dormant greenhouse gases are released
Are tigers coming back from the brink?
For decades, we’ve worked tirelessly to secure a future for wild tigers. Now, as we approach a key milestone in tiger conservation, we need your help again
Photo story: Mission Jaguar, French Guiana
Secretive, shadowy jaguars are rarely seen. In their remote rainforest home, they live undetected but under pressure. We sent film-maker Emmanuel Rondeau on a mission: to photograph a wild jaguar in the jungles of French Guiana
Reef Rescue
We’ve identified resilient coral reefs that could survive climate change. It’s a big breakthrough, as these vital habitats are disappearing fast
Living with polar bears
As climate change causes summer sea ice to dwindle in the Arctic, hungry polar bears are increasingly coming into conflict with local people. But we’re helping them to live side by side more safely
Protecting the Amazon’s river dolphins
Icons of the Amazon, river dolphins are a vital barometer of the health of the river. As threats to their survival grow, we’re developing new technology to protect them
River rescue plan in place
After years of WWF campaigning, a new law will help protect the Yangtze river and its wildlife
