Congrats to last night’s The #earthshotprize winners. While our Debt for Nature Coalition didn’t win, it was an honor to be nominated. And yesterday still brought big news: Zomalab made a $100M commitment to supercharge our work! More here: https://wwf.to/4qCztJA.

Did you know that the leading cause of coral bleaching is climate change? A warming planet means a warming ocean, and even small changes to water temperature can cause coral stress and drive out their colorful algae. Learn more: wwf.to/4oUxcrv.

One of the highlights of COP30 will be the launch of the Tropical Forest Forever Facility. This innovative mechanism aims to flip the economics of deforestation by paying countries to keep forests standing—rather than rewarding them for cutting them down. Watch the full episode: wwf.to/4qFCN6D.

The winter issue of World Wildlife magazine is here! Learn how new water management initiates are bringing hope to Pakistan, meet a tiny semiaquatic mammal called the Pyrenean desman, and explore how nest boxes are helping to protect Australia's endangered greater gliders: https://wwf.to/4okVJGq.

The plains bison is a matriarchal led species, relying on the wisdom of experienced females to guide the herd. This #NationalBisonDay, we are celebrating the return of the bison to the Great Plains and their vital importance to both the grasslands and Indigenous communities.

Halloween isn’t only about costumes and candy. The real treats are the species that help our planet thrive, like bats, spiders, and owls, oh my! These creatures keep ecosystems balanced and add the perfect touch of magic to the season. Without them, Halloween wouldn’t be the same!

You know what’s scarier than ghosts or ghouls this spooky season? The illegal trade in exotic pets 🎃👻 Before you fall for a “cute” or “quirky” pet, check out WWF’s Responsible Pet Guide and learn about responsible pet choices for people, wildlife, and the planet: https://wwf.to/47vezDq.

Leatherback sea turtles are an iconic but vulnerable species. They travel huge distances to find food, shelter, and suitable nesting beaches. Unfortunately, their nesting beaches are under threat from egg poaching and environmental conditions like severe storms that damage these critical habitats.

Across the Great Plains, ranching families sustainably manage native prairie, protect the soil, and provide vital habitat for wildlife. To thrive, grasslands must be grazed. WWF is proud to support ranchers who are caring for these landscapes and keeping the prairie alive for future generations.

Do you know what a raven sounds like? How about an alligator? Test your knowledge by playing “Guess That Spooky Species” in today’s special Halloween edition of Nature Breaking: wwf.to/3WoBc7D.

The World Series has begun! But the biggest game of all happens every day, right here on our home field: Earth. In baseball and in conservation, teamwork makes all the difference. Together, we can protect the natural systems that protect us because nature is the real MVP.

Did you know that poorly designed infrastructure is threatening snow leopards’ movement? Today, on #SnowLeopardDay, learn what we’re doing to protect snow leopard habitats and keep both people and leopards on the move: wwf.earth/snow-leopards/infrastructure @worldwildlife.org

Happy #InternationalSnowLeopardDay! These iconic big cats are important indicators of the health of the landscapes they live in. They face a number of threats including poaching, habitat loss leading to increased human-wildlife conflict, and arguably their greatest threat: climate change.

For centuries, Indigenous communities have cared for and managed native stingless bees. This deep tradition continues today with communities across tropical regions using sustainable practices that protect forests, support biodiversity, and provide a naturally delicious honey.

Check out these camera trap clips of snow leopards in Nepal’s Himalayan mountains, where we reported Nepal’s first comprehensive national snow leopard assessment found an estimated 397 snow leopards!

Good news for green sea turtles! They’ve officially been reclassified from “Endangered” to “Least Concern” on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. After decades of conservation efforts, these turtles are making a comeback.

Bison play a vital role in the health of the Great Plains. Their grazing patterns create nesting habitats for birds, while their dung spreads seeds and fertilizes grasses. In winter, bison herds clear paths through the snow, allowing smaller animals like pronghorn and elk to forage in their wake.

WWF’s 2025 Connected by Nature report is out! It finds that Americans surveyed strongly believe nature plays a vital role in their lives—shaping health, happiness, and cultural identity—and that nature urgently needs protection. Get the details by following the link in our bio. #NatureNeedsUsNow

Grow, share, and care for your school garden by being a food waste warrior. Learn more: https://wwf.to/42t3p0g. #WorldFoodDay

Need a moment of calm? Take 30 seconds to watch this video and reconnect with nature.

For an Indigenous community along the Brazilian Amazon’s Arapiuns River, cultivating the native stinger-free bees means a pathway to a sustainable livelihood that protects the vulnerable Amazon forest around them: https://wwf.to/3LbonLe.

Bring a moment of calm to your day and take 30 seconds to watch this nature video. #WorldMentalHealthDay

For 15 million people, the Rio Grande River is indispensable. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most vulnerable rivers in the world, threatening the livelihoods of farmers vital to the entire U.S. food system. We need to protect this important river for the good of people and ecosystems.

In the heart of central Sumatra, the Thirty Hills landscape is home to some of the world’s most endangered species. Unfortunately, deforestation is dramatically shrinking their habitats. A decade later, deforestation has slowed, and communities are gaining opportunities. Learn more: wwf.to/46ICLTU.

Ever take a walk in the woods and feel relaxed? It’s not just you—spending time in nature is scientifically proven to boost your mental health. WWF spoke to Dr. Stacy Beller Stryer of Park Rx America about how nature improves human and planetary health: https://wwf.to/4mT2hdY.

Wolves are more than predators: they also play a critical role in ensuring the health and resilience of Earth’s climate through maintaining healthy populations of other plant and animal species. These benefits effect the whole ecosystem from thriving wetlands to increased woody plant growth.

It's the season for changing leaves, apple picking, and pumpkin spice lattes—and none of those favorite fall colors, flavors, and activities would be possible without nature. Now is the time to protect nature and everything it does for us: https://wwf.to/42jItZF.

WWF-US President and CEO, Carter Roberts, on the passing of Jane Goodall.

Nature needs us now, and it can’t wait. Join WWF today (the last day of our Fall Membership Drive) and help ensure a healthy, thriving planet for future generations. Join WWF’s amazing member community: https://wwf.to/4q3PyIf.

We love rivers! Did you know that today is World Rivers Day? It's a great opportunity to recognize the lifelines that sustain people and wildlife. When we protect rivers like the Rio Grande, we protect life itself. Learn more about the Rio Grande: https://wwf.to/4ntSfRA.

We need healthy forests. They help us address climate change and make our communities more resilient. They buffer us against floods, droughts, and heatwaves. They protect us against landslides. Do one thing for forests this week. #FSCForestWeek

Humans share 98.3% of our DNA with these intelligent, charismatic animals. Unfortunately, this iconic species is threatened by habitat destruction, disease, and poaching. Gorillas and the wild places they call home need us now. #WorldGorillaDay

In addition to protecting nature across the globe, WWF also tackles challenges to wildlife and wild places in the US. From helping schools reduce food waste to working to revive and sustain the Rio Grande basin to joining a partnership restoring bison to Tribal lands, WWF is hard at work.

One lunch tray at a time can save the planet! WWF’s Food Waste Warriors program helps students and educators track, share, and compost food so less goes to the trash. Learn how you can be a Food Waste Warrior: https://wwf.to/42t3p0g.

We’ve got a new nature quiz! Nature provides the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink, the products we rely on, and more. Take our quiz to discover just how much we depend on nature — and why nature needs us now: https://wwf.to/3IiAOnE. #NatureNeedsUsNow

Our health and happiness is deeply intertwined with the health of the planet. It’s time to come together for the future of all people and the natural world we rely on. Nature Needs Us Now. Learn more: https://wwf.to/41GqH2v.

WWF’s 2025 Connected by Nature report is out! It finds that Americans strongly believe that nature plays a vital role in their lives—shaping health, happiness, and cultural identity—and that nature urgently needs protection. Read more: https://wwf.to/41JDgtS. #NatureNeedsUsNow

Nature gives us so much. Now is the time to give back. Nature Needs Us Now. Learn more: https://wwf.to/42bS0Ss. #NatureNeedsUsNow

Nature inspires us all. Just look at how incredible these photos are! Beyond its beauty, nature sustains human life. Yours, ours, and everyone’s on Earth. (1/5)

You may think it’s a cold, barren landscape but the Arctic is a vital, living, region that helps regulate our global climate. (1/7)

From coastal mangrove roots and coral reefs out to the open sea, Earth’s oceans give us our planet’s moniker: the blue planet. All of us feel connected to our oceans, and it’s no surprise that we love to visit their beaches. (1/5)

When you walk through a forest, you might not be aware of all they do for us. Yes, they give us a sense of peace, but they also do so much more. They filter the water we drink and the air we breathe. (1/5)

While they may appear to be dry and arid, deserts hide their greatest treasure below the surface: stores of water. Beneath the sands lie stores of groundwater. (1/4)

Rivers connect us all, crossing borders, cultures, and landscapes. And here’s a fact: your freshwater doesn’t come from the faucet; it comes from nature! (1/3)

We all visit the beaches to see the waves, but our waves of grasslands in places like the Great Plains are equally beautiful. Around the world, grasslands do so much for us. (1/3)

SMART is a set of easy-to-use tools—including mobile apps, cloud-based systems, and artificial intelligence—that helps rangers, Indigenous peoples, local communities, and volunteers collect, view, analyze, and share data for informed decision-making.

How does an octopus camouflage? The spots you see are sacs of pigment under the skin. By squeezing and contracting them, the octopus can intensify specific colors while muting others, mirroring surrounding hues, or making itself stand out, depending on the situation.

Jaguars and river dolphins are keystone species of the Amazon river basin. Scientists can map where the migrations of both land and freshwater animals interact and where development like dam and road construction should be avoided. Protecting these places supports many species in the region as well.

Did you know that sea otters, in addition to being exceptionally cute, play a critical role in marine ecosystems? These fluffy animals are vital to kelp forests, ensuring the health and carbon storage abilities of these important ecosystems.

Last night, what was meant to be the final round of negotiations for a global treaty to address plastic pollution came to a close without meaningful progress. WWF’s Erin Simon urges countries to show that protecting people’s lives and the planet are non-negotiable.