Ecotourism : Discovery News

The Shark: A Predator Turned Prey?

Posted Fri Nov 25, 2011 03:21 PM ET | 0

Despite worldwide efforts to protect many species of shark, practices such as finning could force many to extinction. Read more

Predators in Peril -- What's Next for Sharks?

Posted Mon Apr 5, 2010 09:00 PM ET | 0

The CITES conservation meeting last month failed to protect shark species in danger of overfishing and habitat loss. What's next for the vulnerable predators? Read more

To Save Fish, Conservation Loops in the Locals

Posted by Emily Sohn Tue Dec 22, 2009 12:58 AM ET | 0

Conservationists are learning to collaborate with people -- and their cultures -- to help preserve biodiversity. Read more

Nature Tourism Doesn't Always Help

Posted by Emily Sohn Thu Dec 3, 2009 07:51 AM ET | 0

Ecotourists who want to help boost the environment with their travel dollars may be best off backpacking. Read more

Tourism to Help Save Madagascar: Discovery News : Discovery Channel

Posted Thu Jul 3, 2008 10:39 AM ET

Exotic species and Homo sapiens have a hard time existing side by side. Wherever you find Man, you are also likely to find that rare birds, mammals, fish and flowers have been driven to the brink of extinction, and sometimes beyond. Read more