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Barry, a photogenic barred owl who won the hearts of birders in New York City's Central Park, has died. The Central Park Conservancy said the owl was struck by one of the organization's own vehicles.

The Leuser Ecosystem, one of the world's richest yet least-known forest systems, is increasingly threatened by logging and encroachment by a burgeoning population. We fly into the heart of the forest to profile the conservationists trying to keep it pristine for future generations.

Sanibel Island residents are returning by road for the first time since Hurricane Ian washed out the causeway that connects it to Florida's mainland.

Federal researchers expect a near-record-low stock of Chinook salmon, one of the largest and most highly prized fish in the Pacific Ocean.

The Interior Department is removing the American bald eagle from protection under the Endangered Species Act. Once almost wiped out by hunters and DDT poisoning, the eagle has not only survived but is thriving.

Dilly Dally, a loggerhead turtle who survived a run-in with a predator that ultimately cost her a flipper, has been rereleased into the wild.

Australia fears a more contagious and lethal type of bird flu could trigger a big crisis for the country's poultry industry

Jackie, who was one half of the famous mated eagle pair Jackie and Shadow, died this week. The birds' eagle-cam livestream has fans across the world.

Stephanie Colombini joined WUSF Public Media in December 2016 as Producer of Florida Matters, WUSF’s public affairs show. She’s also a reporter for WUSF’s Health News Florida project.

Kat Lonsdorf is reporter for NPR, often covering national security and international stories. She is based in Washington, D.C.