In the rugged Carpathian Mountains of Romania, where ancient forests whisper tales of bygone eras, a long-lost giant is making a triumphant return. The European bison, once pushed to the brink of extinction, is now reshaping the landscapeÑand our understanding of conservation and rewilding.  Today we’re diving into the incredible European bison reintroduction project in… Continue Reading Bison’s Return: Rewilding Romania’s Carpathian Mountains with Gabriele Retez

The Caribbean’s offshore islands are treasures of biodiversity, but centuries of human impact and invasive species have pushed many of these delicate ecosystems to the brink of collapse. So, what does it take to bring an entire island ecosystem back from the edge? Today, we’re diving into the world of island restoration with Shanna Challenger,… Continue Reading Island Revival: The Art of Rebuilding Caribbean Ecosystems with Shanna Challenger

The American West is a land of sweeping grasslands, rugged mountains, and boundless skies. But today, much of this landscape is under siege, threatened by overgrazing, resource extraction, and mismanagement. What if we could change the story with…wild horses? In today’s Thanksgiving Special, we’re taking a deep dive into an ambitious and groundbreaking project with… Continue Reading Restoring the American West: Wild Horses, Public Lands, and Rewilding with Manda Kalimian and Ross MacPhee, PhD

Hey there, Rewildology listeners! Welcome to another thought-provoking episode that’s all about diving deep into the heart of conservation and rewilding. I’m your host, Brooke, and today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to our incredible guest, Pedro Prata, who is the Team Leader of Rewilding Portugal. Connecting with Nature: Pedro’s journey is rooted in his… Continue Reading Reviving the Wild: Exploring Portugal’s Rewilding Revolution with Pedro Prata

Australia is home to an astounding array of wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. However, many of these unique species are endangered due to human-caused pressures. So, what does it take to conserve, restore, and rewild the planet’s largest island? G’day, mates! Today I’m taking you to Australia for an informative conversation with John Kanowski,… Continue Reading Rewilding Australia on a Continental Scale with John Kanowski, PhD

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s rainforests shelter the critically endangered Grauer’s gorillas, found nowhere else on Earth. These remarkable great apes face mounting threats, pushing them ever closer to extinction. So, what does it take to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect a species in a challenging conservation landscape? Today, we’re diving into the world of Grauer’s… Continue Reading Rewilding Grauer’s Gorillas: The GRACE Story with Laurie Cummins

Today’s episode is Part 2 of our 4-part Women in Conservation Science series! Last week, we traveled to South Africa and learned about snakes with Hiral Naik, a fantastic lady biologist that is helping change the narrative for herps in Africa. This week, we’re island hopping and meeting an incredible women scientist that is at… Continue Reading Rewilding Islands to Benefit the Sea: Removing the Land Ocean Barrier with Coral Wolf

Every day, headlines warn us of climate catastrophe, mass extinction, and ecological collapse, leaving many of us feeling overwhelmed and powerless in the face of environmental crisis. What if there was a different story to tell—one where nature’s resilience and humanity’s dedication could transform our planet’s future? Today, we’re diving deep into the heart of… Continue Reading Rewilding the Planet: Restoring Biodiversity, Ecosystems, and Hope with Alister Scott, PhD