Articles for tag: coastal ecosystems, Mississippi wildlife, pelican migration, wetland restoration, Wildlife Comeback

10 Endangered Species Making a Remarkable Comeback

Suhail Ahmed

Across a planet wrestling with biodiversity loss, a quieter story is unfolding: species once on the brink are inching, flapping, and charging back into view. These reversals didn’t happen by accident; they’re the product of relentless fieldwork, smart policy, and communities willing to fight for wild neighbors. Some of the turnarounds are dramatic enough to ...

a large white bird standing on a rock in the water

Pelicans Return to Mississippi After Decline

Suhail Ahmed

Along the edge of the Mississippi Sound, where storms redraw shorelines and tides fold over miles of sand, a quiet comeback is underway. Brown pelicans – once gone from these rookeries – are reclaiming nest space on rebuilt bars and barrier islands. Their return is more than a feel‑good wildlife story; it’s a stress test ...